(Public Pack)Agenda Document for Environment and Regeneration

Public Document Pack Derry City and Strabane District Council

Dear Member of Environment and Regeneration Committee

You are hereby summoned to attend the Monthly Meeting of the Environment and Regeneration Committee to be held in the Council Chamber - Strabane Council Offices, on Wednesday 14 October 2015 at 4.00 pm

Yours faithfully

John Kelpie Chief Executive

AGENDA

Notice and summons for meeting

Apologies

1 Notice and Summons of Meeting

2 Apologies

3 Declarations of Members' Interests

Open for Decision

4 Deputations. (Pages 1 - 26)

a) Firmus Energy

b) WRAP NI

5 Chairperson's Business 6 Confirmation of the Open Minutes of the Environment and Regeneration Committee held on Wednesday 9 September 2015 (Pages 27 - 42)

7 Matters Arising

8 Cardboard Compactors and Paper Banks for the Household Recycling Centres (Pages 43 - 44)

9 Draft Statement of Community Involvement (LDP Preparation, as well as Development Management) (Pages 45 - 86)

10 Applications to Renew Road Service Licences (Pages 87 - 88)

Open for Information

11 Nuclear Free Local Authorities (NFLA) All Ireland Forum Autumn Seminar (Pages 89 - 98)

12 Introduction of the New Commercial Bus Service Permit System (Pages 99 - 102)

13 eCARNI - Go Ultra Low Cities Bid (Pages 103 - 106)

14 NILGA Guide - Councillors' Reference for Waste & Resource Efficiency (Pages 107 - 154)

15 Street Naming and Property Numbering - Request for Bilingual Sign , Lenamore Gardens Shantallow (Pages 155 - 156)

16 Applications Processed under Building Regulations (NI) (Pages 157 - 198)

17 Consultation List (Pages 199 - 202)

8 October 2015 Page 1 Page Agenda Item 4

natural gas is established in Great Britain • 1966 – rolled out using ‘towns’ gas network

Page 3 Page natural gas is ‘new’ to Northern Ireland • 1996 – greater Belfast and Larne • 2005 – Ten Towns

The natural gas industry in Northern Ireland is new for most consumers and strictly regulated .

Natural gas prices and practices are stringently monitored by the Utility Regulator.

2011 2014 25% 91% Page 4 Page

NIAUR Transparency Report Aug 2014 NISRA NI Housing Statistics October 2014

• Cleaner - When burned to heat homes or for industrial uses, natural gas

releases almost 30% less Carbon Dioxide (CO 2) than oil and just under 45% less CO 2 than coal

• Tackling Fuel Poverty - There is a strong correlation between the number of Page 5 Page homes using natural gas and the reduced incidence of fuel poverty. Northern Ireland has the highest proportion of fuel poverty in the UK at 44% (302,300 households) compared with 33% in Scotland, 26% in Wales and 21% in England

• Secure and abundant - Global gas reserves have more than doubled since 1980, reaching 190 trillion cubic metres at the beginning of 2010

1. Derry / Londonderry firmus energy 2. Limavady network 3. Coleraine 4. Portstewert 5. Bushmills 6. Ballymoney 7. Cullybackey 8. Ahoghill Page 7 Page 9. Ballymena 10. Broughshane 11.Doagh Greater 12.Ballyclare Belfast Gas To The West 13.Antrim 14.Templepatrick 15.Moira 16.Lurgan 17.Criagavon 18.Portadown 19.Armagh 20.Richhill 21.Tandragee 22.Banbridge 23.Bessbrook 24.Newry 25.Warrenpoint

Domestic Natural Gas Market Suppliers

Page 8 Page greater Belfast and Larne

Ten Towns

Business Natural Gas Market Suppliers

Large I&C Customers Page 9 Page

SME Business

• Est. 2005

Page 11 Page • Local company based in Antrim

• c.100 employees

• c.300 indirect employees

Page 12 Page clarity empathy

our company values

integrity teamwork

• Builds a natural gas network in Ten Towns Page 13 Page • Supplies natural gas in Ten Towns and greater Belfast and Larne

• Over 75,000 customers in NI

Network size Over 900 km

Investment to date c.£100 m Page 14 Page

Network connections c.25,000 Ten Towns

Customers including c.75,000 Belfast

c.50% of NI Supply Gas Volumes (exc. power stations)

197.5km of gas mains laid Page 20 Page £21.7m infrastructure investment 20,830 properties connectible 7,925 customers

100,000

tonnes of CO2 removed Page 21 Page 12,600 less passenger vehicles

13.9km

Page 22 Page of gas mains to be laid

£1m infrastructure investment 2,800 properties to be made connectable

180.4km of gas mains to be laid Page 23 Page £9.8m infrastructure investment 17,364 properties to be made connectable

firmus energy presentation to the Environment & Regeneration Committee ‘natural gas in your local area’ Wednesday 14th October at 4.00pm at Derry Road Chamber, Strabane Council Offices

On behalf of firmus energy, I would like to thank you for your continued support while we have been developing the natural gas network throughout Northern Ireland.

Our engineering director, Eric Cosgrove and I will present to the Committee on Wednesday 14th October and will cover the following areas;

 firmus energy’s progress to date and future plans for your constituency  the key benefits that natural gas brings to local residents and businesses  potential costs of converting to natural gas  what domestic and business customers can expect from switching to natural gas and what grants are available  areas of your community which can benefit from natural gas

We are also happy to discuss any specific queries you may have on your constituents’ energy needs. firmus energy has been in operation since 2005 and supplies natural gas to thousands of homes and businesses in Northern Ireland. We want to demonstrate how your local community can benefit from the advantages that natural gas brings, including lower fuel bills, reduced carbon emissions and a convenient ‘never run-out’ fuel.

In the meantime, should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Suzie Fisher from our corporate affairs’ team, in the first instance, on 028 9037 0137. Alternatively, for further information on natural gas, please visit www.firmusenergy.co.uk or call 0800 032 4567.

Yours sincerely

Michael Scott Managing Director

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Derry City and Strabane District Council

Open Minutes of Environment and Regeneration Committee held in the Council Chamber, Guildhall on Wednesday 9 September, 2015 at 4.00 pm. ______

Present:- Councillor Tierney (in the Chair), Aldermen Bresland, Devenney, Hussey and Warke, Councillors Campbell, Duffy, Hassan, Hastings, Jackson, D Kelly and McKeever.

Non Members of Committee:- Councillors Carr and Donnelly.

In Attendance:- Director of Environment and Regeneration (Mrs K Phillips), Head of Capital Development and Building Control (Mr F Morrison), Economic Development Officer (Mr T Monaghan), Principal Planning Officer (Mr P McCaughey), Parks Development Manager (Mr C Kennedy) and Committee Clerk (Mrs D McMahon). ______

ER85/15 Notice and Summons for Meeting

The Director of Environment and Regeneration read the Notice and Summons for Meeting.

ER86/15 Apologies

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Dobbins and C Kelly.

ER87/15 Declarations of Members’ Interests

Members of the Planning Committee indicated that they wished to Declare and interest in respect of items 7 and 23

Councillor Tierney Alderman Bresland Councillor Hastings Councillor Jackson Councillor D. Kelly

Councillors Tierney and Hassan indicated that the item in relation to the Regeneration of Ballyarnett Park was also in their DEA and they Declared an Interest in this regard.

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Councillor D Kelly also wished to Declare an Interest in respect of item 25 Inquiry to Wind Farms.

ER88/15 Deputations

There were no Deputations.

ER89/15 Chairperson’s Business

There was no Chairperson’s Business.

Open for Decision

ER90/15 Confirmation of the Open Minutes of the Environment and Regeneration Committee held on Wednesday 8 July 2015

Minutes of Environment and Regeneration Meeting held on 8 July 2015 (ER62/15-ER77/15) were confirmed and signed by the Chairperson as correct.

Additional Item

ER91/15 Britain's longest-reigning monarch

A Member of the DUP grouping wished to congratulate Queen Elizabeth II as being Britain’s Longest-reigning monarch. He stressed that it was a historic day and that she was an inspiration in the UK and Commonwealth and welcomed her continued reign.

A Member of the UUP grouping wished to endorse previous remarks and made reference to the pledge made by Queen Elizabeth II when she began her reign. He indicated that he could not fault her commitment over the year and stressed that she had to be commended in carrying out over 63 year’s service in the public eye.

ER92/15 Matters Arising

There were no matters arising.

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ER93/15 Street Naming and Property Numbering – Development 18 New Dwellings at Gransha Road – Stradreagh. Requests for new Development Name

The Director of Environment and Regeneration introduced the above report in depth.

The Committee

Recommended that the developer's first preference name of 'Holly Lane' for this proposed new development be approved.

ER94/15 Regeneration of Ballyarnett Park

The following Members who were on the Planning committee withdrew from the meeting:

Alderman Bresland, Councillors Jackson, D Kelly and Hastings.

The Parks Development Officer presented the Ballyarnett Park regeneration plan attached at Appendix A. He concluded his report and welcomed Members’ comments and feedback.

The Chairperson thanked the Parks Development Officer for his presentation and indicated that Members had been well briefed on the project. Reference was made to the Ballyarnett area and indicated that it was a large area of the city which was underdeveloped and welcomed all investment in this regard. Reference was made to the partnership, stakeholders and community involvement throughout the process which had been vital and the Member welcomed progress in respect of the play park. He stressed that he was aware that the project was ambitious and welcomed the next key stage of the process.

A Member of the SF grouping indicated that she had attended events in respect of the above plan and stressed that it had received significant support. Reference was made to the great opportunity and welcomed the project which would ultimately have a positive impact on the environment and stimulating economic growth.

The Committee

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Recommended that Members endorse the Masterplan subject to the successful outcome of the planning process and lodge an Outline Planning Application to secure the necessary statutory approvals.

Councillors Jackson, D Kelly, Hastings and Bresland returned to the meeting.

ER95/15 Tidy NI – Annual Cleanliness Survey

The Director of Environment and Regeneration introduced the above report.

The Committee

Recommended that Council participate in the annual Tidy Northern Ireland cleanliness survey on a 3 year fixed term basis for the sum of £7,500 plus VAT per annum.

ER96/15 Scoping Exercise for Lease for Commercial Premises and Yard

The Director of Environment and Regeneration introduced the above report.

A Member of the UUP grouping expressed concern and indicated the need to ensure that all options were explored in progressing including consideration being given to existing Council provision within the Strabane area.

A Member of the DUP grouping concurred with the previous comments made.

The Director of Environment and Regeneration acknowledged Members concerns and advised that within the scoping exercise Officers would consider the whole Council area.

A Member of the SF grouping also shared Members’ concerns, he recognised that a required standard with regard to Commercial Premises and Yards was vital in relation to Health and Safety but queried whether there was any room for improvement within the Strahan’s Road depot in Strabane.

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The Director of Environment and Regeneration advised that the installation of a VOSA pit within Stahan’s Road would be considered as part of the report.

A Member of the UUP grouping indicated he would be in support of the scoping exercise on the provision consideration was given to the wider council area.

The Committee

Recommended that Council invite expressions from those with land, property or premises in the Skeoge area to augment existing depot capacity in addition to ensuring that the scoping exercise also gave consideration to the wider council area.

ER97/15 Live Here Love Here Project Support funding

The Director of Environment and Regeneration introduced the above report.

The Committee

Recommended that Members consider providing financial support to Tidy Ni in the sum of £22,000.00 per annum for the 2015/16 and 2016/17 years.

ER98/15 Bin Repair and Replacement Scheme

The Director of Environment and Regeneration introduced the above report.

A Member of SF grouping indicated that his party had raised their concerns in the past in relation to charging the public for repairing and replacing bins. He stressed that it had to be acknowledged that not all people could afford the suggested costs and he stressed that every effort be made to carry out a review to progress a scheme whereby there was no cost to the ratepayer in this regard. Reference was made to the Housing Executive and their responsibility in respect of this matter. He further explained that a negative impact could also be

Page 31 6 placed on the Council having to clean areas where bins were not replaced and refuse was left in streets and lanes. The Member reiterated that there should be no cost to the ratepayer with regard to the repair and replacement of bins.

The Director of Environment and Regeneration said that there would be a significant increase to costs should all bins be replaced or repaired free of charge. In response to an issue raised by a Member of the SF grouping regarding people moving into new houses, the Director of Environment and Regeneration advised that it was the responsibility of the homeowner or housing association to provide a bin for the property.

A Member of the UUP grouping indicated that it was his understanding that a bin belonged to a property, and where a person was a tenant of a house owned by a housing association or landlord it was the owners responsibility to provide bins. Reference was made to clarification required with regard to damaged bins by Council workers in addition to those bins requiring repair due to wear and tear over a period of time.

The Director of Environment and Regeneration assured Members that should a Council operative damage a bin the relevant procedures were put in place to assess the damage and a replacement would be made in line with Council policy.

An Independent Member agreed with comments made with regard to providing the bin provision scheme free of charge. He stressed that it was unfair to penalise people who had looked after their bins over a significant period of time. Reference was also made to those bins damaged due to anti-social behaviour and what provision was in place to replace bins due to damage of this nature.

A Member of the SDLP grouping acknowledged previous comments made but stressed that the fact remained that Council could not afford to provide this service free of charge. He went on to explain that consideration had to be given to existing commitments across the Council area and the Member stressed that the suggested cost was minimal. The Member referred to the rates and the current financial constraints in particular from central government which were being experienced throughout the Council area.

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A Member of the SF grouping reiterated that there were a number of families who could not afford the suggested amount to repair and replace bins and that every effort be made to consider the issues raised.

An Independent Member agreed with comments in relation to the above scheme being provided free of charge. Reference was made to the perception that ratepayers were receiving very little in relation to their rates and provision of such a service would be of great benefit to those who were experiencing financial difficulties. The Member queried whether all housing associations had been contacted in respect of the repair and replacement of bins and if not efforts should be progressed to ease the burden on the ratepayer.

A Member of the DUP grouping welcomed the work which had been carried out by officers. He indicated that it was his experience that there were a significant amount of areas where the bins were well maintained. The Member expressed some concern as to where the budget would come from to fund such provision particularly in light of the current economic climate. Reference was made to those bins which had deteriorated due to old age and it was his opinion that the suggested fee was minimal albeit he was sympathetic to those people who could not afford this fee.

The Director of Environment and Regeneration undertook to investigate whether all housing associations had been contacted with regard to this matter and would update Members accordingly. She acknowledged all issues raised by Members and advised that reports would be submitted to a future meeting of the Environment and Regeneration Committee giving full consideration to Members’ comments. In response to a query regarding the expected period of time a bin could be operational she explained that it was dependent on a number of factors and this could range between 7 to 20 years.

An Independent Member referred to an existing issue in relation to wear and tear and the axel of the bins and welcomed all efforts made to try and review the matter further.

The Committee

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Recommended that the item be deferred to a future meeting of the Environment and Regeneration Committee with a view to submitting an updated report giving consideration to the issues raised by Members.

ER99/15 Landfill Allowance Scheme

The Committee

Recommended that approval be given for the transfer of 124 tonnes of allowance from the former Derry City Council NILAS allowance to the former Strabane District Council in consideration of NILAS obligations.

ER100/15 Greengym – Management Arrangements

An Independent Member in referring to the above matter indicated that there were a number of concern surrounding the paid programme user and the availability for those wishing to use the facility free of charge. The Member sought clarification in respect of any charges as it was his understanding that the Greengym was free of charge and following on from this how would those seek a refund if an error was made.

The Chairperson advised that he had been in attendance at a number of meetings in relation to the Greengym. He advised that it was his understanding that there was an initial charge of £5.00 to cover the cost of induction and use of the facilities within the opening hours did not incur any charge.

The Parks Development Officer advised that when the initial proposal had been submitted it was unique in design and development. He advised that the programme was a pilot and it was anticipated that there would be a number of issues which would arise during that time. He explained the need for the initial induction charge and the various programme options which had been available. He advised that a number of concerns had been raised over the summer period and arising out of this a clearer position could be sought with a view to seeking arrangements going forward and Members would be updated accordingly.

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The Committee

Recommended that Members support the charging policy as proposed by Leafair Community Association and that Officers bring back a subsequent report to Committee to review user numbers and outcomes.

ER101/15 Bin Ovation Trial

A Member of the SF grouping welcomed the report and stressed that this was a good method to communicate with citizens within the Council area.

A Member of the DUP grouping welcomed the above report and indicated that there was significant benefit to educating those people who were unsure of items which were required for each bin. The Member referred to cost savings to Council due to recycling and promotion of this would mean more funds available for other areas.

A Member of UUP grouping made reference to the recycling provision which had been in place in the former Derry City Council area and welcomed the provision of services across the wider Council area.

The Director of Environment and Regeneration indicated that the programme would operate for a period of six months in the first instance and it would be up to Council to decide how the app would work. She went on to explain that anyone would be able to download the app in any location, and it was anticipated that all the information gathered would be collated and provide a useful tool on how to target resources and encourage residents within the Council area to recycle waste.

The Committee

Recommended approval be given for the trial of the Bin Ovation app with a review and evaluation of feasibility after six months.

ER102/15 Project Plan for Local Development Plan (LDP)

The Principal Planning Officer introduced the above report in depth.

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A Member of the UUP grouping thanked the Principal Planning Officer for the comprehensive report. He queried whether consideration had been given to the Community Planning process. Reference was made to the timescale and the required consideration in respect of the rural area and how this fit in. He queried whether efforts could be made to ascertain whether information in relation to Retail capacity studies were already available as to avoid duplication of work. The Member referred to the importance and the significant amount of work that was required and suggested that it might be beneficial to progress with information in this regard to full Council Meetings as all Elected Representatives would have an interest in the Local Development Plan.

A Member of the SF grouping welcomed the report and raised a number of issues within the Project Plan and Preparatory Work for Initial Stages of Local Development Plan (LDP). In respect of point 3.3 the member had some concern with regard to the statistical information and indicated that this be investigated to ascertain a truer reflection of figures within the wider Council area. The Member referred to item 3.5 and indicated that in respect of telecommunications and internet access not all areas were as well services as other areas. With regard to item 3.8 the Member stressed the need to identify the selection process prior to progressing with the Local Development Plan.

In response to Members’ concerns the Principal Planning Officer acknowledged that there was a significant amount of work which would have to be undertaken by Members and welcomed initial comments at this stage in anticipation of progressing with the process. In response to issues raised the following comments were made;

 The Community Planning process had been identified within the attached Appendix.  It was indicated that further investigation in relation to statistical information could be progressed.  Reference was made to the overall timescales and the links with Community Planning in addition to giving consideration to submission dates with regard to the consultants.  Reference was made to the Statement of Community involvement with regard to consent, location and timescales.  It was indicated that consideration would be given with regard to social media within urban and rural areas.

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 Reference was made to the vacancy study with a view to seeking involvement with other bodies.  It was indicated that Tourism statistical information was continually being updated and work was progressing with NITB and other bodies.  With regard to the Planning policy reviews, a decision was still to be made on which should be amended.  Reference was made to workshops within the various DEAs and all information pertaining to this would be progressed and Members would be updated accordingly.

The Principal Planning Officer welcomed Members’ comments about the structures to be put in place it was anticipated that progress would continue with a view to including Members feedback and legal opinion. It was stressed that a further report would be submitted to a future meeting of the Environment and Regeneration or other Council Committee outlining the proposed structures and Timetable.

The Director of Environment and Regeneration reiterated that discussions had taken place with the Chief Executive with regard to implementation and the planning of the process. It was indicated that consideration would have to be given to the submission of reports to Committee – in relation to workloads e.g. Members had requested that only two presentations take place at any one meeting but options could be explored to seek accommodation as to how the process could be assisted with a view to taking the relevant action as required. Reference was made to the fact that the process had been carried out within the UK and Republic of Ireland and it was necessary to identify required resources and expedite accordingly. She stated that a robust Local Development Plan would be required in order to support the Community Plan.

A Member of the SDLP grouping referred to the significant amount of work that would be required in progressing. The Member acknowledged that plans had been implemented a number of years previously with regard to the Derry City Council area and stressed the need ensure that timescales were met, which had not always been the case in the past. The Member recognised the need to discuss the plan in depth as there was a considerable amount of local issues which had to be addressed. It was stressed that full consideration be given to the Community Plan and that citizens of the Council area were afforded the opportunity for consultation and that every effort was made to ensure that a legal challenge would not be appealed in progressing.

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A Member of the UUP grouping indicated that he was aware of the requirements in progressing the LDP but reiterated his concern with regard to ensuring that all Members were given the time and information to allow for due consideration of requirements in respect of the Local Development Plan.

The Committee

Recommended Members consider the indicative timescales in the attached LDP Project Plan, and particularly to comment on the implications for their time commitment, thus giving consideration to the best Committee structures to administer the LPD process and the content of the Plan itself. With Member agreement, officials will continue to firm up the Project Plan, in accordance with this broad timescale – to be finalised and agreed in the Timetable for November / December 2015.

ER103/15 Proposed Commissioning of Feasibility Study for Lisahally Mart

Declaration of Interest

Aldermen Hussey and Devenney Declared an Interest in respect of the above item in their role as Elected Representatives on the Board of Londonderry Port and Harbour Commission.

Councillor Hasting declared a non pecuniary interest as was a the Vice Chair of RAPID.

At this point in the meeting Aldermen Hussey and Devenney left the Chamber while the above item was discussed.

The Economic Development Officer Introduced the above report.

An Independent Member thanked officers for their hard work in this regard and indicated that it had the potential to be a good news story and welcomed progress and future reports to Committee.

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Aldermen Hussey and Devenney returned to the meeting.

The Committee

Recommended that (a) approval be given for the commissioning of a feasibility study for the Lisahally Mart site; and (b) there be provision of £3000 from an identified budget as outlined with the above report.

ER104/15 Application to Review Roads Service Licence

The Director of Environment and Regeneration introduced the above report.

The Committee

Recommended that Council raises no objections to the Applications outlined in the above report for the renewal of Road Service Licences.

Open for Information

ER105/15 Update from Flood Mapping Presentation on 8 July 2015

The Committee

Recommended that Members note the contents of the report.

ER106/15 Street Naming and Property Numbering – Request for Bilingual Signs on Ballyhandedin Road Claudy

The Committee

Recommended that Members note the contents of the report.

ER107/15 Applications Processed under Building Regulations (NI)

The Committee

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Recommended that Members note the contents of the report.

ER108/15 Proposed Provision of a Disabled Person’s Parking Bay at Columbcille Court Londonderry

The Committee

Recommended that Members note the contents of the report.

ER109/15 Update on Nearly Zero Sports Project

The Committee

Recommended that Members note the contents of the report.

ER110/15 Ballynagard Lands Culmore – Update on Development Brief Process

The following Members who were on the Planning committee withdrew from the meeting:

Alderman Bresland Councillors Jackson, D Kelly, Hastings and Tierney

Councillor Campbell then took his role as Deputy Chair.

The Economic Development Officer introduced the above report.

A Member of the SF grouping welcomed the above development and expressed the need for Social Housing. It was stressed that efforts had continued to increase the provision of Social Housing in response to the demand which was still significant. The Member indicated his support on the provision full consultation took place and that all Members were kept up to date accordingly.

An Independent Member also welcomed the report and referred to the fact that it had been a lengthy process but indicated that he wished to be kept appraised of the continued process.

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Alderman Bresland Councillors Jackson, D Kelly, Hastings and Tierney

Councillor Tierney then took his role as Chairperson.

The Committee

Recommended that Members noted the contents of the report.

ER111/15 Waste Collection Processing – Brickkiln Waste Limited

Declaration of Interest

Councillor Hastings declared a non pecuniary interest as he was a Member of the North West Region Waste Management Group.

A Member of the UUP grouping indicated that members of the public had raised some concern prior to the recess with regard to another facility in Newbuildings which was used to accept some of the waste which had previously been sent to the Brikkiln site. The Member queried whether there had been a change in the materials which were coming on site. Reference was made to the impact this had on the environment and whether anything had been put in place in the interim.

A Member of the DUP grouping stressed that a number of Elected Representatives from their party had met residents and the company in Newbuildings in relation to these issues which were now addressed.

The Director of Environment and Regeneration indicated that she was aware of the issues which had been raised in this regard. She assured Members that discussion continued with officers, Environmental Health, NIEA and the company in an effort to resolve the matter. She indicated that all the relevant officers were appraised of the situation which would be monitored and Members would be kept up to date accordingly.

The Committee

Recommended that Members note the contents of the report.

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ER112/15 Inquiry to Wind Farms

In response to a query raised by a Member of the SF grouping the Director of Environment and Regeneration advised that no response had been received to date. She took on board the Members’ comments and advised that consideration would be given within the Local Development Plan.

The Committee

Recommended that Members note the contents of the report.

The Meeting Terminated at 6.20 pm

The Committee Recommended that the Meeting Move into Confidential Business.

Page 42 Agenda Item 8 Item/Min Ref: Title of Report: Officer presenting: Head of Cardboard Compactors and Paper Environment Banks for the Household Recycling Author: Waste Services Manager Centres

1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 To seek Members’ approval to commence a procurement exercise to acquire new Cardboard Compactors and Paper Banks for use within Councils recycling centres.

2 Background

2.1 As Members are aware, Brickkiln Waste Limited went into administration on the 24th July 2015.

2.2 At that time, Council had two waste contracts with Brickkiln through which the Company had provided different card board compactors and paper banks for use on 7 sites - 1 paper bank and 1 cardboard compactor per site - to facilitate the requirements of the contract. Council paid a service charge for use of the equipment.

2.3 Council met with the Administrator to ascertain the ownership of the equipment and also expressed an interest in purchasing the equipment as this was currently in use within the facilities and is considered an integral part of site operations.

2.4 The Administrators subsequently advised that the equipment was not part of the Brickkiln assets and could not advise on ownership.

2.5 Following enquiries made Council established that the equipment had recently been purchased by Brickkiln Skip Hire Limited.

2.6 Brickkiln Skip Hire limited subsequently advised Council that they were willing to lease and service the equipment but as the Company are not in possession of a waste licence Council could not accept this proposal. In response the Company offered to sell the equipment to Council. The price offered is however not considered value for money and was subsequently declined.

3 Key Issues

3.1 As the Company has proved ownership of these containers they are in their rights to remove the units from the recycling centres.

Page 43 3.2 Interim arrangements have been put in place the collection of card and paper using open containers however Issues have arisen regarding the separation of these materials and associated contamination of materials.

3.3 The continuation of paper and card collection services on the household recycling centres is essential to continue to divert waste from landfill is vital in terms of Council meeting both NILAS and recycling targets.

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 The provision of proper material storage containers is critical to the proper operation of the sites with officers keen to replace this equipment as soon as is possible.

4.2 As stated above seven number paper banks and seven number cardboard compactors are required to replace the equipment removed by Brickkiln primarily within the Derry sites.

4.3 Initial enquiries indicate that replacement units will cost in the region of circa £80,000. Discussions have taken place with finance and a budget has been identified from within existing waste management provisions.

5 Recommendations

5.1 That Members approve the procurement replacement equipment as detailed above.

Background Papers

None

Page 44 Agenda Item 9 Item/Min Ref: Title of Report: Draft Statement of Officer presenting: Principal Community Involvement (LDP Planning Officer Preparation, as well as Development Author: Principal Planning Officer Management)

1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 To present to Members a draft Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) which outlines how this Council proposes to engage the community and stakeholders in exercising its planning functions and seek a decision under Regulation 5 (1) of the Planning (Statement of Community Involvement) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2015 as to whether Members consider it appropriate to invite representations on the document from persons who have an interest in development in this Council area.

1.2 It is considered by officials that there is unlikely to be widespread public input to a public consultation on the SCI document, given its nature and content. It is not a legislative requirement and the proposed community consultation on development management, enforcement and plan-making is in line with (or exceeds) the statutory requirements and guidance on these aspects. However, as those other Councils that have recently released their SCI's have chosen to do so in draft form with varying consultation periods, it may be considered 'best practice' to follow such an approach. Accordingly it is recommended that the Draft SCI be subject to a 4 week informal consultation period to seek public views.

1.3 This Committee is requested to focus its comments on the public involvement related to the LDP preparation. This Paper will also be presented to the next meeting of the Planning Committee, given that it deals with the arrangements for public involvement in the development management and enforcement processes.

2 Background

2.1 The SCI explains how the community and stakeholders will be involved in the preparation of the Local Development Plan (LDP), as well as in the development management process. It sets out the steps that the Council will take to facilitate community involvement and represents a vision and strategy for involving the community and stakeholders at various stages of the planning process. It is stressed that the SCI is not a consultation on the LDP process and should not be viewed as such or as seeking representations on Plan content.

3 Key Issues

Page 45 3.1 It is a statutory requirement that the LDP must be prepared in accordance with the SCI. Therefore before Council can consult on the Preferred Options Paper (POP), it must have an agreed SCI in place in order to inform the general public and all stakeholders of how, where and when they can become involved in the LDP preparation process. Similarly the SCI sets out the Councils proposed delivery of the development management functions.

3.2 Strengthening community and stakeholder involvement in our planning function is a key objective of the LDP system. The planning system is often perceived as difficult to understand which means some groups of people may find it difficult to get involved. Appropriate and comprehensive consultation is proposed to ensure such groups, including Section 75 groups (Northern Ireland Act 1988) become important participants within the planning process.

3.3 Regulation 5 of the SCI Regulations requires Council to consider whether it is appropriate to invite representations from persons who have an interest in development in its area. It is at the discretion of Council whether to undertake public consultation of the SCI. If Council decides to consult, it must make arrangements for inviting representations as it thinks appropriate and it must take account of any representations received. It is suggested that aspects of draft SCI consultation could be integrated into those ongoing exercises relating to Community Plan consultation.

3.4 Such consultation will have implications for an agreed LDP timeline i.e.

 14th October – E & R Committee agree SCI draft;  4th November – Planning Committee agree SCI draft;  29th October – (Subject to Planning Ctte comments) Committee recommendation ratified by full Council  w/c 9 – 13 Nov - 4 weeks informal public consultation on draft SCI, to 11th Dec;  End Nov - early Dec - consideration of representations and agreement on final SCI content by Planning (6th Jan 2016) and E & R (13th Jan) Committees;  28th Jan 2016 - papers and final draft to full Council for approval by resolution (Regulation 6 (1) (a) SCI Regs);  End of Jan - Submission to DOE (Regulation 6 (1) (b) SCI Regs) for its agreement (max 4 weeks to agree);  March 2016 - final SCI published along with Plan Timetable, by Council.

Page 46 3.5 It is acknowledged that the numerous Section 75 groups / community organisations in the District are frequently sent consultations seeking input. Making such representations can be time consuming for those organisations with limited resources. In order to facilitate meaningful consultation throughout the LDP process, it is proposed that as part of the Draft SCI consultation process, such groups will be asked to respond indicating that they wish to be consulted as part of the LDP process. This "opt-in" option will reduce unnecessary consultation and focus resources more effectively. A copy of the Draft SCI is attached.

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 There will be associated costs with advertising the SCI informal consultation period in the local papers across the district. Similarly, when publishing the final version, Council will be required to give notice (Regulation 7(1) (b) SCI Regs) in the required local papers.

5 Recommendations

5.1 That Members agree the draft version of the SCI and agree a 4 week consultation period in November/December for the draft SCI document.

Background Papers

The Draft SCI will be issued to Members one week prior to Committee.

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STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT (SCI) DRAFT

FOR DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT LOCAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2030 AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS

November 2015

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ALTERNATIVE FORMATS

This document is available upon request in a number of formats including large print, Braille, PDF, audio formats (CD, MP3, DAISY) and minority languages.

For further information on alternative formats please contact Derry City and Strabane District Council: Tel: 028 71 253253 Textphone: 028 71 376646 E-mail: [email protected]

Responding to this consultation The Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) document is available for viewing online at www.derrystrabane.com.

Hard copies of the SCI may be inspected and/or purchased at a fee per document during normal office hours, Monday to Friday (9.30am to 4.30pm) at the following Council offices:

The Planning Office, Development Plan Section, Orchard House, 40 Foyle Street, Derry, BT48 6AT Council Offices, 98 Strand Road, Derry, BT48 7NN Council Offices, 47 Derry Road, Strabane, BT82 8DY

Your response to this letter can be made to the Development Planning Project team by the following methods: Email: [email protected] Post: Statement of Community Involvement, Development Plan Team, Derry City and Strabane District Planning Office, Orchard House, 40 Foyle Street, Derry, BT48 6AT Comment on: www.twitter@dcsdcouncil www.derrystrabane.com www.facebook.com/derrycityandstrabanedistrictcouncil

All submissions should include the name and address of the person/s wishing to be involved.

For further information, please contact the Planning Office, Development Plan Section, Orchard House, Derry, 40 Foyle Street, Derry, Tel: 0300-200-7830 or 028 71253 253

Page 50 Contents

1.0 Introduction

2.0 The Community Plan and the LDP – Working in Tandem

3.0 What is the Statement of Community Involvement? Purpose of document Who is this document for? A Vision of Participation Principles of Community Involvement Transboundary Consultation

4.0 The Preparation of the Local Development Plan Purpose, Structure and Process Who can get involved? Empowering disadvantaged and under-represented groups How and when you can be involved in the preparation of your LDP Stage 1: Commencement of the LDP/Developing Evidence Base Stage 2: Draft Plan Strategy Preparation Stage 3: Publication of Draft Plan Strategy Stage 4: Public Inspection of Representations Stage 5: Independent Examination (Draft Plan Strategy) Stage 6: Adoption of Plan Strategy Stage 7: Local Policies Plan Stage 8: Public Inspection of Representations Stage 9: Independent Examination (Local Policies Plan) Stage 10: Adoption of Local Policies Plan

5.0 Community Involvement in Development Management Purpose Pre-Application Stage Application Stage Advertising Neighbour Notification Environmental Impact Assessment Obtaining further information and getting involved in planning applications Role of Council - Engagement Community Involvement at the Planning Committee Stage Post Application Stage - Community Involvement after a Planning Application has been determined Post Application Stage - Involving the Community When an Appeal is made against a Planning Refusal/Granted Conditions/Enforcement Notice

6.0 Community Involvement in Planning Enforcement

7.0 Community Involvement in Supplementary Planning Guidance

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8.0 Community Involvement and Conservation Areas

9.0 Community Involvement in the Designation of a Simplified Planning Zone

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Appendices

Appendix A: General Consultation Bodies for Local Development Plan Documents

Appendix B: Specific Consultation Bodies for Local Development Plan Documents

Appendix C: Groups to be consulted when determining a planning application

Appendix D: The Local Development Plan System

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1.1 The Derry City and Strabane District Council area covers 1,342 square kilometres and is home to approximately 148,000 people. It is a relatively ‘urban’ district with a large proportion of the population living within our designated settlements and the remainder living in open countryside.

1.2 Planning is a significant and exciting new Council function as a result of local government reform. The purpose of the planning system is to secure the orderly and consistent development of land with the objective of furthering sustainable development and improving well-being. This Council intends to simultaneously pursue economic and social priorities alongside the careful management of our natural environment.

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2.0 The Community Plan and the LDP – Working in Tandem

2.1 The Local Government Act (Northern Ireland) 2014 conferred a new duty of Community Planning on Councils from 1st April 2015. Community Planning is “a process led by councils in conjunction with partners and communities to develop and implement a shared vision for their area, a long term vision which relates to all aspects of community life and which also involves working together to plan and deliver better services which make a real difference to people’s lives.” Our framework for progressing community planning will meet the key principles of:  Integration – The social, economic and environmental well-being of our District focussed on outcomes and people centred delivery;  Whole system approach – Participation and engagement; citizens at the centre, Civic and community leadership, partnership working, transparency and openness and equality and diversity;  Robust evidence base – identification of real need rather than perceived need; allowing targeted interventions to bring about measured improvements and support ongoing monitoring and evaluation of impacts.

2.2 The LDP system aims to move away from the traditional narrow land use focus towards a ‘place shaping’ approach which incorporates a spatial analysis and visioning process. The new style of LDP provides a unique opportunity for this Council to genuinely shape our District for its local communities and will enable us to adopt a joined up approach, incorporating linkages to other functions such as regeneration, local economic development and community planning.

2.3 The duty of community planning will require this Council to lead the process of creating a long term vision for the social, environmental and economic wellbeing of our area and its citizens, in partnership with the community and service providers in the Derry City and Strabane District.

2.4 The Local Government Act introduces a statutory link between the Community Plan (CP) and the LDP, in that the preparation of the LDP must take account of the CP. It is intended that the LDP will be the spatial reflection of the CP and that the two should work in tandem towards the same vision for our Council area and our communities and set the long term social, economic and environmental objectives for the Derry City and Strabane District area. Our community plan will thus provide the strategic context for the spatial planning responsibility as part of the LDP and help shape the long term future of our Council area.

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3.0 What is the Statement of Community Involvement?

Purpose of document 3.1 The purpose of this Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) is to define how we will engage with the community in the delivery of our planning functions. It is set within the context of the Council’s Corporate Plan and meets the requirements of the Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011, the Planning (Local Development Plan) Regulations (NI) 2015 and the Planning (Statement of Community Involvement) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2015. The Council’s planning powers include:  Developing a Local Development Plan which will set out what the Council area should look like and how land should be used and developed in the future;  Receiving and making decisions on the majority of planning applications; and  Investigating alleged breaches of planning control and determining what enforcement action should be taken.  Designations, variations or cancellations of Conservation Areas  Carry out work on the Designation of Simplified Planning Zones

3.2 This SCI describes how and when we intend to involve the community in the production of the Local Development Plan, in the determination of planning applications, in planning enforcement, and in other planning matters.

Who is this document for? 3.3 This document is for ‘interested persons’ – that is anyone or any group likely to be interested in or affected by policies or proposals to be contained in the subsequent LDP. Similarly it applies to anyone submitting a planning application or to anyone or any group who considers they are likely to be affected by proposed development related to a planning application. This will involve a wide variety of people, including those who live or work in this District, those who derive their livelihood from its land and its marine margins, as well as those who enjoy it, care about it or manage it in some way. It will include individuals as well as stakeholder groups and larger organisations.

3.4 We want to provide ample opportunity for groups, businesses and individuals to be involved in shaping our District’s planned development and by taking part in this plan- making process and being aware of the planning process you can influence the decisions being made about the LDP and the built form of this District.

A Vision of Participation 3.5 “A sustainable society must be instilled with democratic values. Its citizens must share a sense of effective participation in the decision making process. They must feel they have a say in their society’s development and the skills, knowledge and ability to assume responsibility for that development.” The Sustainable Development Strategy for Northern Ireland – First Steps towards Sustainability (DOE, 2006).

3.6 This is a shared vision of participation in decision making and it is therefore aimed to ensure that:

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(i) Everyone has an early and informed opportunity to express their views on the development of the area and have it considered before decisions are made; (ii) All groups in our community, regardless of religious belief, political opinion, racial group, age, sex, marital status, physical ability, sexual orientation, and those with and without dependants are enabled and empowered to participate;

3.7 It is intended to adopt a proactive and timely approach to community involvement through a process of providing clear information and encouraging participation during plan preparation and planning application submission, assessment and determination. The process must therefore be informative, user friendly, as inclusive as possible, and conducted in an open and transparent way. Every effort is to be made to engage the community, record views and provide feedback.

Principles of Community Involvement 3.8 The following principles have been drawn up to shape stakeholder engagement during the LDP preparation process, in the determination of planning applications, in planning enforcement, and in other planning matters. These have been influenced by our previous experience in public/stakeholder engagement and feedback from stakeholders themselves.

Culture of Engagement  People should be aware of the opportunity to participate in the planning process, and be encouraged to take part in the knowledge that the Council is truly interested in all opinions.

Early Involvement  We will adopt a pro-active approach to ensure that the community are given the opportunity to engage in the planning process at an early stage to facilitate the greatest potential benefit.

Continuing Involvement  Opportunities for ongoing involvement will be provided as part of a continuous process – both formal and informal.

Open, Transparent, Inclusive and Fit For Purpose  Methods of engagement will be tailored to the experience and needs of the community, and to the type of Local Development Plan document or planning application being considered, but realistic in terms of available resources.

Clarity  The planning process and the timetables for producing or reviewing Local Development Plan documents will be clear to ensure that the community can avail of the opportunity to participate in a timely and effective manner. We will endeavour to use plain English in our publications and avoid jargon whenever possible.

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Transboundary Consultation 3.9 Early and effective engagement with our neighbouring, including cross border, Council areas and relevant agencies will be essential as we deliver on this new and exciting planning system. Our Council District is extremely well suited to provide a regional level of service to much of the western part of NI and to a substantial part of Co Donegal. Planning for physical development, social infrastructure, environmental protection / enhancement and social development is central to the development of a strong North West. Ongoing high levels of co-operation can help unlock the potential of the North West – especially the Derry / Londonderry ~ Letterkenny Gateway as identified by the Northern Ireland Regional Development Strategy (RDS) 2035 and the National Spatial Strategy in the Republic of Ireland.

3.10 There will be times when our District will need to undertake informal and formal transboundary consultations with Donegal County Council as part of our planning work:

LDP preparation: As part of the evidence gathering and baseline preparation, it is expected that planning officials will collaborate with their Donegal counterparts to ensure a ‘joined- up’ approach to planning and development along our border region and relevant border settlements. Draft publications of the relevant plan documents will also be shared with Donegal Co Council seeking their input at key stages as we progress our LDP through both stages of the Plan Strategy (PS) and the Local Policies Plan (LPP).

 Sustainability Appraisal (SA) - incorporating Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Both stages of the LDP will be subject to an SA, the purpose of which is to promote sustainable development through the integration of social, environmental and economic considerations into the plan making process. The environmental considerations will be assessed as part of the SEA which must comply with the requirements of the European Directive 2001/42/EC on the Assessment of effects on certain Plans and Programmes and the corresponding NI legislation (Environmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes Regulations NI 2004) which transposes the SEA Directive.

 Informal and possibly formal consultation will be required with Donegal Co Council and the ROI Department of Environment, Community and Local Government (DECLG) at various stages during the SEA process to assist with providing baseline information, highlight issues and initiate informal discussions regarding transboundary consultations on the subsequent SA and SEA reports. These two reports will highlight to Donegal Co Council and DECLG whether our Council considers our draft LDP is likely to have any significant effects in the ROI and if so what mitigation is being considered to avoid or minimise such effects.

 Habitats Regulation Assessment (HRA) The Habitats and Birds Directive aim to maintain or restore the favourable conservation status of habitats and species of community interest. Special Areas of Conservation and Special Protection Areas are designated to afford protection to

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habitats and species listed in the Habitats and Birds Directive. HRA is required by the Conservation (Natural Habitats, etc.) Regulations (NI) 1995 (as amended). It aims to assess possible adverse effects on the SPA’s and SAC’s as well as Ramsar sites as a result of the implementation of the policies and proposals in the PS and the LPP. Given our proximity to Co Donegal and the significant number of European protected sites within it, some of which are linked into our district by river and marine environments, consultation will be undertaken with Donegal Co Council as part of the HRA process to ensure all possible effects are identified and avoided.

3.11 The Development Management Process Certain types of planning application are more likely to generate cross border issues than others. Single turbines, wind farms and those applications with possible environmental issues i.e. next to protected watercourses, in border locations may require consultation with our planning counterparts in Co Donegal. For those applications where visual and environmental protection along the border are relevant concerns, this council will seek to liaise with planning officials in Co Donegal to ensure all such issues are identified, considered and mitigated for.

3.12 Surrounding NI councils Such transboundary consultation will be in addition to the planning liaison that our district will similarly undertake with our neighbouring Council districts in NI – Omagh & Fermanagh, Mid Ulster and Causeway Coast and Glens as part of our LDP and development management processes.

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4.0 The Preparation of the Local Development Plan

Purpose, Structure and Process 4.1 The purpose of the Derry City and Strabane District Local Development Plan, comprising the Plan Strategy and Local Policies Plan, is to inform the general public, statutory authorities, developers and other interested bodies of the policy framework and land use proposals that will implement the strategic objectives of the Regional Development Strategy and guide development decisions within Derry City and Strabane District up to 2030.

 The purpose of a Local Development Plan (LDP) is to inform the general public, statutory authorities, developers and other interested parties of the policy framework and land use proposals that will guide development decisions.

 Our new LDP will be prepared within the context of the Council’s Corporate Plan and will co-ordinate with the Community Planning process to enable us to plan positively for the future of our District. It will ensure that lands are appropriately zoned and that our infrastructure is enhanced to develop the District for future generations.

 The LDP must also take account of the regional policy context set by the Northern Ireland Executive and Central Government Departments. This includes, amongst others, the Sustainable Development Strategy, Regional Development Strategy and Strategic Planning Policy Statement, published in final form in September 2015.

 The LDP will comprise two separate documents that will shape development within our District over the period 2015 - 2030. Accordingly, it is important that all our citizens with an interest in the future development of our District over this time period become engaged in this LDP process. The first new development plan document will be a Plan Strategy which will be followed by a Local Policies Plan. The LDP will, on adoption, replace the current development plans for the District and operational planning policies that were produced by the Department of the Environment.

 Before the development plan documents are prepared we will identify key planning issues and define a range of options for addressing these issues. This will culminate in the publication of a Preferred Options Paper.

 The Plan Strategy will define the strategic objectives for the future development of the District. It will include a range of strategic policies to facilitate and manage development and a spatial strategy that indicates in broad strategic terms the locations where different types of development will be promoted.

 Once the Plan Strategy is adopted, we will prepare a Local Policies Plan. This will include the site-specific proposals, policy designations and land-use zonings that will be required to deliver our vision, objectives, spatial strategy and strategic policies that will be defined in our Plan Strategy.

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 We will undertake an ongoing process of sustainability appraisal which will run parallel to the preparation of the Preferred Options Paper, Plan Strategy and Local Policies Plan. This appraisal process aims to ensure that the policies and proposals in the LDP are socially, economically and environmentally sustainable. Relevant reports will be published at each of the key stages of the plan making process. This will include consultation on the scope of the appraisal at the Preferred Options Paper stage.

Who can get involved? 4.2 Derry City and Strabane District Council will involve the community at an early stage in the planning process and anyone who wishes to get involved is encouraged to do so at the opportunities provided. In particular the views of the following groups of people will be sought:

• People living within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. • Elected representatives; • Voluntary groups; • Community forums / groups / umbrella organisations; • Environmental groups; • Residents groups; • Business interests; and • Developers / landowners.

4.3 Elected members, forums, community and residents groups provide a voice for the local community. Other voluntary and interest groups also bring a special knowledge and can ensure that important concerns are addressed.

Empowering disadvantaged and under-represented groups 4.4 Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 requires a public authority, in carrying out its functions relating to Northern Ireland, to have due regard to the need to promote equality of opportunity between:

• Persons of different religious belief, political opinion, racial group, age, marital status or sexual orientation; • Men and women generally; • Persons with a disability and persons without; and • Persons with dependants and persons without.

4.5 In addition, without prejudice to the above obligations, public authorities are required to have regard to the desirability of promoting good relations between persons of different religious belief, political opinion or race. The above “Section 75 groups” are important participants within the planning process and include people who traditionally have been under represented or disadvantaged. These groups will be targeted through the consultation process on the local development plan in order to obtain their views and contribute to the consideration of equality issues under Section 75. Their views on any equality screening documents or Equality Impact Assessments will also be sought within the specified period for comment along with the Draft Plan Strategy and Draft Local Policies Plan.

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Section 75 Groups/community organisations 4.6 It is acknowledged that the numerous Section 75 groups/community organisations in our District are frequently sent consultations seeking input. Reading such consultations and choosing to make representations can be time consuming, particularly for those Section 75 / community groups with limited resources. In order to facilitate meaningful consultation throughout the LDP process, it is proposed that as part of the SCI process such groups will be asked to respond indicating their desire to be consulted on an ongoing basis throughout all stages of the LDP process.

4.7 This "opt-in" option will reduce unnecessary consultation with such groups who do not wish to be involved in the LDP process and will enable the LDP team to focus their consultation process more effectively on those groups who have indicated an interest. Those groups/community organisations that don’t respond will still be able to stay informed through regular updates in the local press, council website or by attending public meetings which will be advertised in advance. However, at any stage the option will always exist for those groups/community organisations to contact the Council and request that they be able to participate in the LDP preparation.

Children and Young People 4.8 A significant proportion of our District’s population comprises children and young people. Latest statistics indicate that over a fifth of our population are under the age of 15. Therefore it is crucial that in planning for our District’s future we will need to listen to our children and young people and plan accordingly. Planning officials will work closely with the Council’s Children and Young Persons Officer and will be exploring new and innovative ways to engage with our children and young people. This could involve the use of appropriate social media and other relevant e-based learning initiatives and possibly partnerships with other groups.

4.9 Participation with schools and children and young people will also be an important feature of the LDP consultation process. The LDP team will endeavour to arrange meetings with children and young people at venues convenient and accessible to them, such as youth venues and schools, at which officials, teachers and youth leaders can discuss with them their thoughts on planning and learn their aspirations for the future development of this District.

Accessibility for everyone 4.10 The Council encourages all our Section 75 groups / community organisations to register their interest and assist in contributing to the preparation of this Local Development Plan for the future benefit of all in our District. To ensure that local development plan and consultation documents are accessible to everyone they will be made available upon request in different formats upon request, including electronic, Braille, large text print, audiocassette. Plain English is to be used for all publications. A telephone, fax number and a text phone number will be stated on each document for people with hearing or speech impairments. If for any reason, a request for a document in a particular alternative format cannot be met, other possible solutions will be explored.

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How and when you can be involved in the preparation of your LDP: 4.11 The preparation of our Local Development Plan comprises different stages, each presenting significant opportunities for community involvement and shaping the LDP’s eventual outcome.

Stage 1: Commencement of the LDP/Developing Evidence Base 4.12 The Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) is published with a LDP Timetable. The LDP timetable will set out the Council’s programme for the production of the Plan Strategy and Local Policies Plan including key milestones and timelines for plan production through to adoption. Prior to the publication of the timetable the Council has undertaken a wide range of preparatory studies in order to inform the preparation of a Preferred Options Paper (POP). These preparatory studies will be published alongside the POP in order to assist the public debate.

What we will do:  We will hold an SCI publication event and exhibition, publish our timetable, and invite initial views about the District’s strategic planning issues;  We will disseminate appropriate information, meet local groups and consider new ways of engaging with the local community and our children and young people;  Formation of a Steering Group comprising the Council Planning Committee, with the Council Chief Executive and Head of Planning. This is the high-level coordinating body that will ensure overview and strategic input on behalf of the whole community, as well as from the planning professionals;  Formation of a Project Management Team comprising Senior Council Officers from the Council, the Principal Planning Officer and representatives from the key statutory/government departments. The purpose of the team is to ensure key consultees co-operate in the plan making process. The Project Management team will be consulted on and act as the screening and scoping group for the Sustainability Appraisal, incorporating Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA), and Equality Impact Assessment;  This Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) is prepared at this initial stage, listing the key consultees, Community Groups and under-represented (Section 75) groups who will be actively encouraged to participate in the process. These lists will be kept under review and written requests for inclusion from additional bodies will be considered;  Key consultees will receive written invitation requesting them to participate in the plan making process by providing information on the key strategic issues that the local development plan should address;  Under represented (Section 75) groups will be invited to identify whether there are any types of planning policies which are likely to have a significant impact on the groups they represent. They will also be provided opportunity to identify any particular issues or needs which they feel the plan should address. Where requested this can be done through a face to face meeting with a planning official. Any comments received will be taken into account when screening and scoping the Equality Impact Assessment;  Stakeholder Groups will be set up. These will be informal working groups set up on an ad hoc basis dealing with issues/topics relevant to our Council which emerge during

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the process of engagement with the public and councillors e.g. retail/commerce, business, environmental.  The Scoping Report of the Sustainability Appraisal incorporating SEA will be sent to the statutory consultation body and if necessary, the Department of Environment (DOE) may be requested to undertake trans-boundary consultation with the Republic of Ireland.

Stage 2: Draft Plan Strategy Preparation

4.13 This stage represents the start of work on a Derry City and Strabane District Local Development Plan. It commences with the publication of Preferred Options Paper (POP) setting out the key plan issues and the preferred options available to address them. The POP is a consultation paper to promote debate on issues of strategic significance which are likely to influence the shape of future development within Derry City and Strabane District. The intention is to stimulate a wide-ranging, yet focused, debate and encourage feedback from a wide variety of interests. Any representations or views received as a consequence of its publication will be considered whilst formulating the Draft Plan Strategy.

4.14 The POP is subject to a Sustainability Appraisal, including the Strategic Environmental and Equality Impact Assessments. The SA is a continual process which runs parallel with the preparation of the POP and Local Development Plan (LDP). An SA Interim Report (consisting of SA Scoping Report and assessment of alternatives) will be published with the POP.

What we will do:  Issue a public notice in the local newspapers currently being used by Council for two consecutive weeks, Belfast Gazette and on the council website detailing:

(i) The intention to prepare a local development plan, accompanied by a Sustainability Appraisal, incorporating SEA and an Equality Impact Assessment;

(ii) Publication of the POP inviting comment within 8 to 12 weeks;

(iii) Community meetings, exhibitions and pop-in information sessions;

(iv) Publication of the Screening and Scoping Papers for the Strategic Environmental and Equality Impact Assessments, the intention to prepare a Local Development Plan and invite comments on the Preferred Options Paper.

 Make the Strategic Countryside Assessment and Topic Papers available on the website and provide hard copy at a specified price;  Issue a press release about the intention to prepare a local development plan and drawing attention to the POP and the public consultation;  Hold a launch and exhibition to announce the publication of the Preferred Options Paper;

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 Hold public meetings and exhibitions with drop-in sessions in Derry, Strabane and Castlederg;  Write to key consultees and elected members providing them with a copy of the POP and inviting them to; attend the launch; provide comments within 8 to 12 weeks; inform them of the public meetings, exhibition and drop-in information sessions;  Write to local community groups and under-represented (Section 75) groups providing them with a copy of the POP and inviting them to; comment within 8 to 12 weeks; attend the public meetings, exhibition and drop-in information sessions; and offering the opportunity of a meeting with a planning officer to record their views;  A Public Consultation Report will be presented to elected members following the 8 to 12 week consultation period. This will contain a summary of each representation and professional comment, recording where members take a different view and the rationale for that view. This will be taken into account whilst formulating the Draft Local Development Plan;  The Project Plan Team will be given an opportunity to comment on emerging policy for inclusion in the Draft Plan Strategy and will be an integral part of testing emerging policy through the Sustainability Appraisal, incorporating SEA and Equality Impact Assessment process;

Stage 3: Publication of Draft Plan Strategy 4.15 The draft Plan Strategy will set out the Council’s objectives and strategic policies regarding the future development of the area. It will be a public consultation document and form a key part of the public participation process.

4.16 The draft Plan Strategy is a public consultation document and is not the final plan. It is an indication of our intentions regarding the future development of the area, and is a key part of the public participation process.

What we will do:  Issue a public notice in the local newspapers currently being used by Council, the Belfast Gazette and on the council website for two consecutive weeks. This notice should state:

(i) Publication of Draft Plan Strategy and accompanying Sustainability Appraisal including the Environmental Report and Equality Report and how to view or obtain copies;

(ii) The dates and locations of public exhibitions;

(iii) The 8 week consultation period and closing date for receipt of representations to the Draft Plan Strategy and accompanying Sustainability Appraisal Report and Equality Impact Assessment;

 Make the Draft Plan Strategy, the Sustainability Appraisal including the Environmental Report and Equality Report, and the Public Consultation Report available on the council website, at the Council Offices in Derry and Strabane and provide hard copies upon request at a specified price;

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 Hold launch and exhibition to announce the publication of the Draft Plan Strategy and issue press releases;  Hold public exhibitions at advertised locations where Planning Officers will be available to answer any questions;  Write to key consultees and elected members to inform them of; the publication of the Draft Plan Strategy, the dates of the public exhibitions; the 8 week consultation period and the closing date for representations and provide them with a copy of the document;  Write to all who submitted a representation to the POP informing them of the publication of the Draft Plan Strategy and accompanying documents; advising how they can view or obtain copies; the dates of the public exhibitions; the 8 week consultation period and closing date for representations;  Representations will be reported to the Elected Members before being forwarded to the Department of Environment to determine whether and if appropriate, an Independent Examination is to be held.

Stage 4: Public Inspection of Representations 4.17 All representations are to be made available for public inspection as part of the public consultation process. Interested parties may also comment on site specific representations that have been received (counter representations). These will also be considered at the Independent Examination.

What we will do:  Make copies of representations available for inspection in the Council Offices and on the Council website;  Write to key consultees and elected members informing them that representations are available for inspection and the places and times at which they can be inspected;  Issue a public notice in the local newspapers currently being used by Council for two weeks, Belfast Gazette, and on the website of the availability of representations for inspection and the 8 week consultation period including closing date for counter representations;  Make the counter-representations available on council website, and at our Council offices for inspection; and  Report counter representations to the Elected Members before being forwarded to the Department of Environment.

Stage 5: Independent Examination (Draft Plan Strategy) 4.18 The purpose of the Independent Examination (IE) is to determine the soundness of the Draft Plan Strategy, taking into account representations or counter representations. The Council will be available to answer any question of the Independent Examiners and provide comment on the representations and counter representations.

What we will do:  Continue to make the Draft Plan Strategy, and any accompanying documentation available on the website;

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 Advertise dates, times and venues for the Independent Examination at least 4 weeks before the Examination is to be held indicating that representations and counter representations are available for inspection;  Notify all persons who submitted representations and counter representations to Draft Plan Strategy of the arrangements for the IE indicating that representations and counter representations are available for inspection;  Request key consultees to provide comment on the representations and counter representations for consideration at the Independent Examination.

Stage 6: Adoption of Plan Strategy 4.19 Following the IE, the Department of Environment will issue a Direction to the Council, requiring it to adopt the Draft Plan Strategy as originally prepared or with modifications. The Council may also be directed to withdraw the Draft Plan Strategy. In either scenario, the DOE will be expected to give reasons for their decisions.

What we will do:  Issue a public notice in the local newspapers currently being used by Council, in the Belfast Gazette and on the council website for two consecutive weeks detailing the: (i) Adoption of the Plan Strategy; (ii) Where to get copies of the Plan Strategy and any accompanying documents, the Department’s Direction and the Independent Examiner’s Report;  Make the Plan Strategy and any accompanying documents, the Department’s Direction and Independent Examiner’s Report available on the website with hard copy available on request for a specified price;  Write to key consultees and those submitting representations and counter representations advising them of the adopted Plan Strategy, and where to obtain copies together with the Department’s Direction and the Independent Examiner’s Report. Also advise them of the commencement of work on the Local Policies Plan.

Stage 7: Local Policies Plan 4.20 The Local Policies Plan is the second document comprising the Local Development Plan. The Draft Local Policies Plan is a public consultation document and is not the final part of the plan. The Draft Local Policies Plan will be consistent with the adopted Plan Strategy and will be the Council’s detailed land use proposals regarding the future development of the area. This draft document is a key part of the public participation process.

What we will do:  Issue a public notice in the local newspapers currently being used by Council, the Belfast Gazette and on the council website for two consecutive weeks, detailing:

(i) Publication of Draft Local Policies Plan;

(ii) The dates and locations of public exhibitions;

(iii) The 8 week period and closing date for receipt of representations;

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 Make the Draft Local Policies Plan and any supporting documentation including detailed Countryside Assessment and Housing Capacity Study available on the council website. Hard copies will be available upon request at a specified price from the Council Office;  Hold launch and exhibition to announce the publication of the Draft Local Policies Plan and issue a press release;  Hold public exhibitions at advertised locations where Planning Officers will be available to answer any questions;  Write to key consultees and elected members to inform them of; the publication of the Draft Local Policies Plan, the dates of the public exhibitions; the 8 week consultation period and the closing date for representations and provide them with a copy of the document;  Write to all who submitted a representation informing them of the publication of the Local Policies Plan and accompanying documents advising how they can view or obtain copies; the dates of the public exhibitions; the 8 week period and closing date for representations;  Representations will be reported to the Elected Members before being forwarded to the Department of Environment to determine whether and if appropriate, an Independent Examination is to be held.

Stage 8: Public Inspection of Representations 4.21 All representations to the Draft Local Policies Plan will be made available for public inspection. Interested parties may also comment on site specific representations that have been received (counter representations).

What we will do:  Make copies of representations available for inspection in the Council Offices and on the website;  Write to Key Consultees and Elected Members informing them that representations are available for inspection and the places and times at which they can be inspected;  Issue a Public Notice in the local newspapers currently being used by Council for two weeks, Belfast Gazette, and on the website of the availability of representations for inspection and the 8 week consultation period including closing date, for counter representations;  Make the counter- representations available on the website and at the Council Office for inspection. Hard copies of counter representations can also be provided upon request at a specified price.  Counter representations will be reported to the Elected Members before being forwarded to the Department of Environment.

Stage 9: Independent Examination (Local Policies Plan) 4.22 The purpose of the Independent Examination is to determine the soundness of the Local Policies Plan taking into account representations and counter representations. The Council’s planning officers will be available to answer any question of the Independent Examiners and provide comment on the representations and counter representations.

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What we will do:  Continue to make the Draft Local Policies Plan, and all accompanying documentation available on the website;  Advertise dates, times and venues for the Independent Examination at least 4 weeks before Examination is to be held indicating that representations and counter representations are available for inspection;  Notify all persons who submitted representations and counter representations to the Draft Local Policies Plan of the arrangements for the Independent Examination indicating that representations and counter representations are available for inspection;  Request key consultees to provide comment on the representations and counter representations for consideration at the IE.

Stage 10: Adoption of Local Policies Plan 4.23 Following the IE, the Department will issue a Direction to the Council, requiring it to adopt the Draft Local Policies Plan as originally prepared or with modifications. The Council may also be directed to withdraw the Draft Local Policies Plan. In either scenario, the Department will be expected to give reasons for their decisions.

What we will do:  Issue a public notice in the local newspapers currently being used by Council, in the Belfast Gazette and on the councils website for two consecutive weeks, detailing the:

(i) Adoption of the Local Policies Plan; and

(ii) Where to get copies of the Local Policies Plan, the Department of Environment Direction and the Independent Examiner’s Report;

 Make the Local Policies Plan and accompanying documents, the Department’s Direction and Independent Examiner’s Report available on the council website with hard copy available on request for a specified price;  Write to key consultees and those submitting representations and counter representations advising them of the adopted Local Policies Plan, and where to obtain copies together with the Department of Environment’s Direction and the Independent Examiner’s Report.

Review of the Statement of Community Involvement 4.24 Following the adoption of the Plan Strategy and Local Policies Plan the Council will identify its work priorities for the next five years in a new timetable. It may also issue a new Statement of Community Involvement if considered appropriate. In addition the Council will engage in monitoring and review which are essential in establishing how the objectives in the Local Development Plan are being achieved and whether any changes are required.

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5.0 Community Involvement in Development Management

Purpose 5.1 The Council is now responsible for receiving and making decisions on the majority of planning applications in the District. We also deal with listed building applications, consent for works in a conservation area, works to protected trees and advertising consent.

5.2 All planning applications are now categorised on receipt as local, major or regionally significant, with the Council responsible for determining all local and major applications.

5.3 Regionally significant developments are those which are considered to have a critical contribution to make in regard to the economic and social success of Northern Ireland as a whole, or to a substantial part of the region. Such proposals also include developments which have significant effects beyond Northern Ireland or involve a substantial departure from a Local Development Plan. Regionally significant applications are processed by the Department of the Environment.

5.4 Major developments have important economic, social and environmental implications for the Council. Due to the potential of these proposals to deliver important benefits to the community, major applications are prioritised to avoid undue delay at the risk of investment decisions. Common examples of major development proposals include:

 A housing development involving the construction of over 50 units, or where the area of the site exceeds 2 hectares;  A business, industry, storage and distribution development that comprises 5,000 square metres or more gross floorspace; or the area of the site is or exceeds 1 hectare;  A wind farm or solar farm (or other types of electricity generating stations) where its capacity is or exceeds 5 megawatts.

5.5 Local development proposals are those applications which are not considered to be regionally significant or major. The vast majority of planning applications are likely to constitute local developments and these will include most commercial and housing proposals as well as minor schemes and householder development. It is estimated that over 90% of all planning applications received by the Council will be categorised as local development.

5.6 Development Management is the process through which such applications are considered. An important part of the process is to provide information and advice to applicants, and to seek and take into account the views of the general public and those consulted on all planning applications. The statutory requirements for consultation on planning applications are set out in legislation and vary according to the type of proposal but include notification to specified bodies and general publicity.

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5.7 We receive a wide variety of planning applications and therefore the need for, and degree of community involvement will vary according to the scale and complexity of the application.

5.8 The following section looks at:  How the public can become involved at the various stages of the application process; and  How the level of community involvement will depend on the scale of the application.

Pre-Application Stage

Pre-Application Discussions (PADs) 5.9 Pre-application discussions are encouraged for a range of types of applications, both major and local. The objective of pre-application discussions should be to confirm whether the principle of development is acceptable and to clarify the format, type and level of detail required to enable the council to determine an application. For major applications it will also enable the applicant to discuss with the council details of how the community should be involved in the decision-making process.

Pre-Application Community Consultation (PACC) 5.10 Legislation now exists that requires applicants to inform and involve the wider community in discussion prior to submitting a formal planning application for a major application in order to help to create better quality developments and place making from the outset. Applicants submitting major applications to the council or as the case may be the Department of the Environment must undertake community consultation before submitting their application.

5.11 A part of this process, applicants must:

 Notify the Council, at least 12 weeks in advance, that an application for a major planning application is to be submitted;

 Hold at least one public event where the community will be afforded the opportunity to make comment;

 Publish details of the proposal in the local press, outlining where further details about the scheme can be obtained and the date, time and location of the public event;

 Submit a pre-application community consultation report to accompany the application.

5.12 Such pre-application consultation is likely to be more successful if the applicant makes significant efforts to open lines of communication with, and provide feedback to, local communities and work with them to secure development proposals which, as far as possible, are acceptable to everyone.

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5.13 Where applicants fail to fully meet the pre-application community consultation requirements the Council will decline to determine the application. We would stress to all applicants considering submitting major planning applications to seek a Pre- Application Discussion (PAD) with planning officers.

Application Stage 5.14 When a planning application is submitted to us for determination, you will have the opportunity to express your opinion in regard to how you may be affected by a proposal.

5.15 We will inform the public of all planning applications when required through:

 Advertising; and  Neighbour Notification

5.16 The Council undertake statutory publicity in accordance with current legislation. Government may change the statutory publicity requirements and our future approach will reflect any changes that are made. Where relevant, we will also engage with the community through the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) regulations.

Advertising 5.17 The Council will advertise all new applications on a weekly basis in the:  Derry Journal  Londonderry Sentinel  Ulster Herald  Strabane Chronicle  Tyrone Constitution  Strabane Weekly

This will subject to review in line with any wider Council review on costs and advertisement selection lists.

5.18 The weekly list of all new applications received by the Council can also be viewed on our website.

5.19 The Notice placed in the local newspapers and on the website advises that any representations to be made should be received within 14 days of publication (4 weeks in the case of EIA applications) to assist efficient processing of applications. However, it should be noted that any late representations made on an application, provided they are received before a decision is made, will be considered.

Neighbour Notification 5.20 The 2011 Act provides via the General Development Procedure Order, that upon receipt of a development proposal, the Council (or where relevant the Department of the Environment) shall serve notice of the application to any identified occupier on neighbouring lands.

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5.21 In accordance with the statutory scheme notification letters should be sent to the occupiers of neighbouring premises which fulfil both of the following criteria - the property in question is within 90 metres and directly adjoins the boundary of the application site - or would adjoin the boundary but for an entry or a road less than 20 metres wide. Where such a property is in multiple occupation, then notification should be sent to all the occupants of the property.

5.22 When carrying out site inspections, Planning Officers will also check the accuracy of the neighbour notification details supplied on the application form, and may add details as considered appropriate.

5.23 Again the notification letter advises that any representations you may wish to make should be received within 14 days of publication (4 weeks in the case of EIA applications) to assist efficient processing of applications. However, it should be noted that any late representations made on an application, provided they are received before a decision is made, will be considered.

Environmental Impact Assessment 5.24 Under European law Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is required for certain proposals and seeks to ensure that the likely effects of new development on the environment are fully understood and taken into account before consent is given for the development to proceed.

5.25 The Environmental Statement (ES) is produced as part of an EIA and brings together in a single document or series of documents information about a proposed development and its likely effects on the environment.

5.26 In most cases it will fall to the council to determine if the application is an EIA application. It should be noted that if an application is an EIA application it cannot be processed until the ES is received. When an applicant submits an ES in support of a planning application, the Council will publish a notice of its receipt in a relevant local newspaper and indicate where it may be purchased and the address of the Council Office where it may be inspected. The Council will also allow 4 weeks from the date the notice is first published for representation to be made.

Obtaining further information and getting involved in planning applications 5.27 The weekly lists of planning applications received within the council area are also available on the council website and the Northern Ireland Planning Portal (www.planningni.gov.uk). Planning applications, including supporting documents and corresponding plans, can be viewed online and at the council offices during normal office hours. Planning Officers are available to give advice on current or proposed applications (you are advised to make an appointment if you wish to speak to a particular officer). To facilitate public involvement, a Planning Clinic also takes place every Wednesday in the Council’s Strabane Office, where a Duty Planner is available to give advice on current or proposed applications.

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Public Register 5.28 The Council will make the application, plans and any associated environmental statement available on a public register in accordance with Section 242 of the Planning Act. Each register will contain the following information: • a copy of each application together with copies of plans and drawings submitted; • the decision notice, if any, in respect of the application, including details of any conditions subject to which permission or consent was granted; • the reference number, the date and any decision of the PAC in respect of the application; and • brief details of any revocation or modification relating to any permission or consent, including date of issue.

The Council will make the application file available for inspection, by appointment. The amount of information on the file, will of course, be dependent on the stages the application has completed. Should you require copies, you may incur costs associated with the copying of this information. Details of the relevant fees are available on request from the District Planning Office.

Freedom of Information 5.29 The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives a general right of access to all types of recorded information, with some exemptions, held by public authorities. One of the responsibilities under the Act is to produce and maintain a publication scheme, which is designed to allow easy access to information not routinely available from other sources. You can view the FOI information at: http://www.derrystrabane.com/Council/Freedom-of-Information

Submitting Comments 5.30 Individuals, groups and organisations can comment on a planning application even if they have not been neighbour notified by the Council. All comments will be carefully considered. Care should be taken when making comments to the council to ensure that no personal data is included. You can make comments in a variety of ways:

Telephone: 0300 200 7830 Textphone: 028 71 376646 By email: [email protected] (Please quote the application number) By Public Access for Planning Applications: http://epicpublic.planningni.gov.uk/publicaccess/registrationWizard.do?action=start By post to: The Planning Office, Development Management Section, Orchard House, 40 Foyle Street, Derry, BT48 6AT

All written comments on an application will be acknowledged within five working days. Please note that in order to ensure that representations are associated with the correct

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application, the Council would request that the application reference is quoted in all correspondence.

5.31 Only certain issues, referred to as ‘material planning considerations’, are taken into account when deciding a planning application. Material considerations must be genuine planning considerations, and the basic question is not whether owners and occupiers of neighbouring properties would experience financial or other loss from a particular development, but whether the proposal would unacceptably affect amenities and the existing use of land and buildings that ought to be protected in the public interest. Examples of material considerations include:

 Potential impact of a proposal upon the environment;  The design of a proposed development and its relationship to its surroundings;  Access and provision of infrastructure;  Loss of sunlight and/or daylight;  Loss of privacy;  Noise, disturbance and smells;  Road Safety; and  Proposed landscaping.

5.32 Generally, greater weight is attached to issues which are supported by evidence rather than by assertion alone. You must ensure that your comments relate to relevant planning matters. Any personal information contained within representations received will be redacted, as will any comments or information we consider as being derogatory or offensive in nature. Comments or information considered as being derogatory or offensive in nature; concerning neighbour disputes or that are made for moral reasons are not relevant planning matters and cannot therefore be taken into account. Where responses are solely based on such matters and raise no material planning matters they may be returned.

5.33 All representations made in regard to a planning application will be acknowledged within five working days of receipt. The acknowledgement letter will set out who is dealing with the application and who to contact if there are any questions. All comments will be summarised and fully considered within the Planning Officer’s report. The Council will not normally contact the respondent again until after a decision is made unless the application is significantly altered, or is withdrawn.

Role of council – Engagement 5.34 The Council may, if it considers it appropriate to do so, stage public exhibitions, issue press releases or arrange public meetings to provide information about major developments or proposals which are particularly significant or may have wide-spread effects on communities.

5.35 The Council will consult with a range of Statutory Consultees (see appendix C) to assist in the determination of an application. If a representation raises issues that are relevant to the responsibilities of the consultee (e.g. road safety) the representative will be copied to the appropriate consultee for consideration and comment. The council will

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carefully take any comments made into account before a decision is made. All comments are scanned and added to the web site once email addresses and hand written signatures have been removed (it should be noted that typed names and addresses remain visible).

5.36 The council may negotiate changes to applications where these are expedient. Reconsultation (for 14 days) will take place on minor changes if the council considers that they raise new issues that could lead to further comment. If any change is considered to be substantive, the council may decline to treat it as an amendment and a new application may be invited.

Community Involvement at the Planning Committee Stage 5.37 Most planning applications will be decided by Planning Officers under the Council’s Scheme of Delegation. These will generally comprise local applications that are not controversial or that do not raise wider issues. All major applications and those called in by the Chair of the Planning Committee or the Council’s Head of Planning will be considered and decided by the Planning Committee.

5.38 The circumstances under which an application can, or cannot be determined using delegated powers are set out in the Council’s Scheme of Delegation, available on our website.

5.39 You may also wish to contact your local Councillor, who can request that a particular application is determined by the Planning Committee prior to a decision being taken.

Pre-determination hearings and speaking at the Planning Committee 5.40 For those major applications that that have been notified to the Department but have been returned to the Council for determination, there is a mandatory requirement for Council to hole a Pre-determination Hearing to afford the applicant the opportunity of appearing before and being heard by the Council Planning Committee.

5.41 There are also certain major applications that will raise particularly complex planning issues or attract a significant level of objection. In such cases the Planning Committee may decide to hold a Pre-determination hearing prior to making its decision at the scheduled Planning Committee meeting.

5.42 A pre-determination hearing will provide the opportunity for the applicant and their agent, as well as those who may have made representations, to present their case to the Committee and for Members to ask questions and clarify matters. Key consultees may also be invited to report their expert views to the Committee and again to take questions. As each case is likely to be different, the specific arrangements for a Pre- determination hearing will be tailored to the particular circumstances of the case. Where the Committee agrees to a Pre-determination hearing the applicant will be advised.

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5.43 All parties wishing to address the Committee must register their wish to do so with the Council’s Chief Administrative Officer/Committee Clerk by 12 noon two working days before the meeting. Registering a request to speak can be made in the following ways: By Phone: 02871 253253 By email: [email protected]

Post Application Stage - Community Involvement after a Planning Application has been determined 5.44 A notification of decision letter is sent to the applicant/agent and all people who have responded to the consultation on the planning application. The decision is recorded on the council’s website and in the statutory Planning Register. The reasoning behind the decision will be set out in the Planning Officer’s report which will be available on the Planning Portal or upon request. Where the Planning Committee makes a decision contrary to a Planning Officer’s recommendation, the justification for this will be available to view in the minutes of the Planning Committee. Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting will be published on our website within three to five working days.

Post Application Stage - Involving the Community When an Appeal is made against a Planning Refusal/Granted Conditions/Enforcement Notice 5.45 Only applicants and those upon whom notices have been served have the right of appeal. There are no third party rights of appeal. Where an applicant is unhappy with the Council’s decision on an application or a condition attached to a permission, he/she may appeal to the Planning Appeals Commission (PAC). An applicant may also appeal to the PAC where the Council has not determined an application within the relevant period prescribed by the Planning (General Development Procedure) Order (NI) 2015, where such an appeal is lodged, the application is deemed to have been refused. Appeals must be lodged with the PAC within four months from the date of notification of the Council’s decision, or expiry of the prescribed period as the case may be.

5.46 All those people who responded on the original planning application that is the subject of appeal will be advised that an appeal has been received, and provided with an opportunity to make their views known. Copies of letters already submitted will be forwarded to the Planning Appeals Commission (PAC). For hearings and public inquiries, the interested parties have the opportunity to make their views known verbally to the PAC.

5.47 Further guidance on planning appeals and the rights of applicants and objectors can be found on the Planning Appeals Commission website (www.pacni.gov.uk).

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6.0 Community Involvement in Planning Enforcement

6.1 The council encourages the community to report cases where they believe there has been a breach of planning control. A breach of planning control occurs when development or other certain activities take place without the necessary planning permission or consent from the Council or the Department of the Environment. This may also include failure to carry out development in accordance with grant of planning permission or conditions.

6.2 All planning enforcement related complaints are treated confidentially. If the complaint results in a planning application being submitted, then this will be publicised in the normal manner and adjoining neighbours and those who have brought the matter to the attention of the Council will be notified.

6.3 Suspected breaches of planning control can be reported in the following ways:

By phone: 0300 200 7830 By Textphone: 028 71 376646 By email: [email protected] By post: The Planning Office, Enforcement Section, Derry City and Strabane District Council, Orchard House, 40 Foyle Street, Derry, BT48 6AT

6.4 In cases where planning enforcement action is taken, complainants are informed of the action. In cases where enforcement action is not taken, a full explanation providing the council’s reasons will be sent to the complainants. Many initial complaints relate to householder permitted development extensions or alterations which do not require planning permission. As stated earlier, only those upon whom an enforcement notice has been served have the right of appeal. There is no third party right of appeal.

6.5 The Council’s priorities for enforcement action are contained within the Council’s Enforcement Strategy. The Enforcement Strategy is subject to regular review and a public consultation exercise will form part of this review process.

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7.0 Community Involvement in Supplementary Planning Guidance

7.1 The Council may also prepare non-statutory planning guidance to support its development plan. Supplementary planning guidance includes for example design guides, advice notes and may include Interim Statements. These will be published for public consultation and comment prior to the publication of the final draft. Such consultation will be proportionate to the nature of the guidance where the Council feels it will be beneficial to give additional regard to the opinions of stakeholders and the general public. Any comments received will be presented to the relevant Council Committee and may also be published on the Council web site. Supplementary Planning Guidance will not be subject to the Independent Examination process.

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8.0 Community Involvement and Conservation Areas

8.1 A Conservation Area is an area of special architectural or historic interest, the character of which it is desirable to preserve and enhance.

8.2 The Council considers that consultation with the local people is important when undertaking works that will affect conservation areas and will consult and involve the local community to encourage greater ownership of the concept and greater co- operation and commitment to achieving the aims of the designation. The Council will involve the community in the designation, variation or cancellation of a conservation area, as well as any significant works proposed by the Council such as public realm schemes.

8.3 The Council will formally consult with the Historic Buildings Council and Department of the Environment, and advertise by way of a public notice in the local press and public meetings to discuss and present proposals. Upon formal designation the Council will publish a public notice in the local press and hold a public launch and exhibition.

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9.0 Community Involvement in the Designation of a Simplified Planning Zone

9.1 Where the Council proposes to commence work on a simplified planning zone it will undertake consultations with the neighbouring district council, the land owner and occupier, the Department for Social Development and will notify the Department of the Environment.

9.2 Once details of a scheme have been prepared the Council will make copies available for inspection at the Council’s office, advertise in the local press and on the Council’s website, and will serve a notice on those it has consulted with.

9.3 Following advertising of the proposed planning zone(s) details there will be an eight week period when representations can be made to the Council. If the Council subsequently decides not to proceed with the proposed planning zone it will publish a further advertisement to that effect and will notify all those have made representations.

9.4 The Council may cause an independent examination to be held to consider the representations received. Where it is proposed to hold an independent examination details including the time and place of the examination will be published in the local press. Where it is decided not to hold an independent examination the Council will notify all those who have made representations.

9.5 Following the independent examination the Council will produce a report and statement detailing its decision and outlining reasons for its decision. Notice of publication will be advertised in the local press and the report and statement will be available for public inspection in the Council offices.

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APPENDIX A

General Consultation Bodies for Local Development Plan Documents

 Arts Organisations

 Bodies representing the interests of the economy

 Bodies representing the interests of the environment

 Bodies representing the interests of the coastal/marine environment

 Community Associations

 Cultural and Historical Groups

 Health and Wellbeing Groups

 Older Peoples Groups

 Religious Groups

 Schools and other education bodies

 Section 75 Groups

 Supports Groups

 Victims Groups

 Voluntary bodies

 Women’s Groups

 Youth Groups

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APPENDIX B Specific Consultation Bodies for Local Development Plan Documents

Please note this list also relates to successor bodies where re-organisations occur.  Northern Ireland Government Departments

 Local planning authorities whose area adjoins the Belfast City Council boundary

 A water or sewerage undertaker

 The Northern Ireland Housing Executive

 The Civil Aviation Authority

 Any person to whom the electronic communication codes applies

 Electricity Companies

 Gas companies

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APPENDIX C Groups to be consulted when determining a planning application

Statutory Consultees 1. Department of Environment (DOE)

2. Health and Safety Executive NI (HSENI)

3. Department of Regional Development (DRD)

4. Licensed aerodromes

5. Department of Agriculture and Rural development (DARD)

6. Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment (DETI)

7. Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE)

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Appendix D

The Local Development Plan System

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Item/Min Title of Report: Officer Presenting: Ref: Applications to Renew Road Service Director of Environment Licences and Regeneration

Author:

1. Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 I have received letters dated 26 August and 2 September 2015 from Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency advising that the Department has received applications to renew Road Service Licences in respect of the following:-

(a) B2588 – Gerard Majella Meehan T/A U-Travel Mini-Bus Hire, Iona Business Park, Southway, Derry BT48 9AH.

(b) B522 – Kenneth James Brogan T/A Brogans Coach Hire, 14 Mountview Drive, Ballybogey, Ballymoney, Co Antrim, BT53 6TF.

2 Key Issues

2.1 None.

3 Financial and Other Implications

3.1 There are no financial and other implications.

4 Recommendations.

4.1 That Council raises no objections to the Application outlined in the above report for the renewal of Road Service Licences.

Background Paper

None

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1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 To update Members on the Nuclear Free Local Authorities (NFLA) All Ireland Forum Autumn Seminar that is taking place on 30th October 2015 in Council Chamber, Town Hall, Dundalk, Co Louth.

2 Background

2.1 The NFLA is holding a Seminar to consider issues that are important to Councils in Ireland, particularly those based around the coastline following an incident in April 2015 when a British submarine came into contact with nets of the Ardglass based fishing trawler 'MV Karen'.

3 Key Issues

3.1 The NFLA All Ireland Forum asks Committee to consider whether they could nominate a Councillor and/or relevant Council Officer to attend this Seminar on 30th October attached at Appendix 1 are letter and related documentation.

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 This Seminar is free to attend and therefore have no financial, equality, legal, HR and other implications to Council.

5 Recommendations

5.1 Members are asked to note the contents of this report.

Background Papers

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Donegal. In this incident an Astute class submarine was only 200 yards from a trawler, which had to slow down in order to avoid a collision.The captain of this trawler said this was the second time in a year such an incident has happened, just 14 miles offthe Donegal coast. (4)

NFLAAllIreland Co-Chair CouncillorMichaelCarr said: “Iam shocked that it has taken the MODso long to come clean and admit that a Britishsubmarine was involved in an incident that could have led to the sinking of the MVKaren. Our fishing fleets in ports likeArdglass and across Ireland incur daily risks in their work trawlingthe IrishSea and the North East Atlantic.They do not need the additional worry of collidingtheir nets with submarines that should not have even been close to this part of the Irishcostline.”

NFLAAllIreland Co -Chair CouncillorMarkDearey added:

“Thistroubling incident should concern both governments in Dublinand in Belfast. I am concerned that UKsubmarines are travelling so close to the coastline of Northern Ireland and so close to Republic of Ireland territorialwaters. These incidents suggest there may be occasions when such submarines are entering close or into Irishterritorialwaters. Iwould also be concerned that fishing vessels going out of Dundalk and Clogherhead are being potentiallyexposed to danger ifthese submarines are not able to identifyfishing boats when they have their nets out and are in our territorialwaters. I call on the Irish Government to make representations to UKMinistersto urgently seek clarificationon these incidents.”

NFLA plans to focus some of its upcoming All Ireland Forum seminar on this matter, to inform councillors of recent incidents and the wider concerns around them. (5)

Ends

For more information please contact Sean Morris, NFLA Secretary on 0161 234 3244 or 07771 930196.

Notes for editors: (1) BBCNews Online, ‘Russian submarine’ suspected of damaging trawler in Irish Sea, th16 April 2015 http://www.bbc.co.uklnews/uk-northern-ireland-34177386 (2) BBC News Online, Ardglass trawler: Ministryof Defence admits UKsubmarine damaged fishing boat, 7th September 2015 htt://www.bbc.co.ukIuk-northern-ireland-32333336 (3) NFLAMedia Release, 8th June 2015 httx//www.nuclearpoIicy.info/docs/news/NFLA Trident and cruise missiles.df (4) Sunday World, Donegal fisherman encounters militarysubmarine for the second time in a year, 91h September 2015 htts://www.sundavworld. com/entertainmenUtrendinci/doneal-fisherman encounters-military-submarine (5) The NFLAAllIreland Forum seminar willtake place in Dundalk Town Hallon Friday October th30 A fullprogramme willappear on the NFLAwebsite http://www.nucleariolicy.infoshortly.

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The seminar is a free event open to all NFLAmembers and officers and local interested community and environmental groups across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.

If you are planning to attend, could you please fillin the appropriate details and post, email or fax to the address at the bottom of this form:

Correspondence Name Authority / Group address (email or postal)

Venue and local hotel details: This seminar will be held in Dundalk Town Hall, which is in the centre of Dundalk on Crowe Street by Parnell Park. There is a regular train service to Dundalk on the main Belfast-Dublin train line and car parks at the nearby Marshes Shopping Centre.

A map of Dundalk Town Centre can be downloaded from the following website: htt://www.mytown.ie/dundalk./ma or httrx//www.qooIe.co.ukImaps?hI=en&tab=wl

There are 10 hotels in and around Dundalk. For further details see htt://www.bookinci.com/Dundalk hotels. The Imperial Hotel is the most central, with the Crowne Plaza and the Carrickdale Hotel also nearby and well recommended.

Please return this form to: Sinead Trainor, NFLA Ireland Secretary - sinead.trainornewr’andmourne.ov.uk Fax: 0044(0)2830 264482 Tel: 0044 (0)2830 313096.

For more general queries please contact the NFLA UK and Ireland Secretary, Sean Morris — s.morris4(manchester.ov.uk Tel: 00 44 (0)161 234 3244.

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1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 To advise Members on recent correspondence from DVA regarding the new legislative arrangements and introduction of a new Commercial Bus Service Permit system due to be in place from 5th October 2015.

2 Background

2.1 As Members will be aware, Department for Regional Development (DRD) have taken over the bus route licensing function from the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA), as provided for in the Transport Act (Northern Ireland) 2011.

2.2 DRD intend to introduce a new Commercial Bus Service Permit system on 5th October 2015 for new and existing public passenger transport services.

3 Key Issues

3.1 The new Service Permit system will introduce a number of changes to the existing route licensing system which are outlined in their correspondence attached at Appendix 1 dated 8th September 2015.

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 There are no financial, equality, legal, HR or other implications for Council.

5 Recommendations

5.1 Members are asked to note the content of this report and attached correspondence from DVA.

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Page 99 This page is intentionally left blank Driver & Vehicle Agency Passenger Transport & Licensing Division Coleraine,BT513HS Tel: 028 9025 4100

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Date: 08 September 2015

Dear Operator

INTRODUCTIONOF THE NEW COMMERCIALBUS SERVICE PERMIT SYSTEM

You will be aware of previous correspondence dated 6 January 2014, 6 February 2014 and 1 April 2015 from the Department for Regional Development (DRD) regarding the legislative changes to enable DRD to take over the bus route licensing function from the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA), as provided for in the Transport Act (Northern Ireland) 2011. These legislative arrangements are now in place, following the making of the Public Passenger Transport (Service Agreements and Service Permits) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2015 on 25 June 2015.

This therefore means that the DRD will be introducing a new Commercial Bus Service Permit system on 5th October 2015 for new and existing public passenger transport services which include route licensing on the Road Service Licences (RSLs).

DVA will, however, still retain responsibility for issuing RSLs (to be renamed “Bus Operator Licences”).

The new Service Permit system will introduce a number of changes compared with DVA’s existing route licensing system. These include:

• a 3-year validity period for most Service Permits to facilitate longer-term business planning; • the establishment of new categories of service to reflect the development of new types of services; • additional clarification on the 30-minute rule for Regular Stopping (formerly known as “Stage Carriage”) and Express services; LU An Agency within the Department of the $ INVESTORS Environnient f’ Ou‘U www.doeni.gov.uk ‘4J IN PEOPLE Page 101 Driver & Vehicle Agency Passenger Transport & Licensing Division Colerai ne, BT51 3HS

• a two-stage application process for new services; • a £45 Application Fee and £195 Permit Fee for new services; and • a £195 Permit Fee for the renewal of existing services.

Any operator who presently has a public passenger transport service (or bus route) listed on his / her Operator Licence will,once the Licence expires, be required to hold a Service Permit. For example, if an operator’s Licence expires on st31 December 2015, and that operator wishes to continue to run the public transport service listed on the Licence, then, from 1st January 2016, that operator will be required to hold a Bus Operator’s Licence and, separately, a Service Permit for each bus route being operated. In such cases, the operator will not be required to pay the £45 application fee for each service or route. However, the operator willbe required to provide the DRD with a payment of £195 for each route.

The DRD will, in the coming days and weeks, separately make contact with those operators who currently operate public passenger transport services. It willalso shortly be making available online its Guidelines for Bus Operators on the Service Permit system and make available an application form for those operators considering making applications for new services — these documents will be made available on the www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk website. In the meantime, if you have any queries on the new Service Permit system, feel free to contact the DRD by e-mail (at cbw(ädrdni.qov.uk) or by telephone ((028) 9054 0239).

Yours faithfully,

Anne Smiley Bus Operator Licensing

AnAgencywhntheDepartmento1the ‘‘‘J wwwdoenigov.uk 5 Page 102 JL1,W Agenda Item 13 Item/Min Ref: Title of Report: Officer presenting: eCARNI - Go Ultra Low Cities Director of Environment and Bid Regeneration Author: Energy Manager

1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 The purpose of this report is to update Members on the status of eCARNI's Go Ultra Low Bid to the Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV).

2 Background

2.1 Some Members may recall Derry City Council's involvement in the eCar project in 2011 when DRD successfully secured funding from OLEV to install a network of electric vehicle charging points throughout Northern Ireland.

2.2 Derry City Council contributed a total of £10,000 in matched funding over a two year period. The city benefited from this investment through the installation of electric vehicle charging points in a number of locations including the Diamond, Templemore Sports Complex and most of the off road public car parks operated by the department. Subsequently, eCarNI applied for further funding from OLEV to install additional electric vehicle charging points in the Strabane Area and a rapid charge point in Derry City.

2.3 As a result of this funding from OLEV and the work of the eCarNI team, Northern Ireland has one of the most comprehensive electrical vehicle charging networks in Europe with 160 double-headed 22Kw fast charge points and 16 rapid charge points.

2.4 To benefit from this extensive network, Derry City Council purchased an electric van in 2012 which is used throughout the Council area by a member of the property maintenance team.

3 Key Issues

3.1 The Go Ultra Low Cities scheme is funded by the Office of Low Vehicle Emissions (OLEV) and is an opportunity for cities to cultivate a regional, national and

Page 103 international reputation for the uptake of ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs). The £35M fund is being made available for 2-4 cities (or regions) to put in place measures that will increase the uptake of ULEVs, improve air quality and allow successful bidders to show that they are an exemplar region for innovation in electric vehicle usage.

3.2 eCarNI and DRD are co-ordinating the bid in conjunction with Councils and other public organisations as a regional bid, building on the successful roll out of the electric vehicle charging point network and the increasing uptake of electric vehicles by the public sector, the private sector and the general public.

3.3 A series of meetings and seminars hosted by eCarNI was held over the summer period with councils, public bodies, private organisations, fleet Managers, vehicle rental companies and the general public to establish current perceptions, anxieties, successes and the overall concept of the wide scale adoption of ultra low emission vehicles.

3.4 DRD has collated the information from these meetings and seminars to prepare the bid itself. Measures included in the bid are; a diesel scrapage scheme, support for car pools, potential leasing of Electrical vehicle (EV) fleets, installation of additional rapid charge points, salary sacrifice schemes, support for motability EV's and a long term strategy for the region.

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 At this stage in the bid, Council are not being asked to contribute directly by way of matched funding, but if the bid is successful, eCarNI may seek a monetary contribution, the value of which is negotiable.

4.2 Council are being asked to support the bid in the form of committing to making Ultra Low Vehicles (ULEVs) a general principle within the organisation and embedding a sustainable transport approach in the decision-making in council business, specifically:

Commit to sharing examples of how council are considering/using Ultra Low Emission vehicles across the organisation;

Commit to showing how council will promote the use of Ultra Low Emission vehicles together with alternative more sustainable travel options for staff and employee; Demonstrate councils thinking and vision for the future and the role it plays in the wider community;

Report progress against sustainable transport indicators;

Page 104 Provide examples of the work council has undertaken to promote sustainable transport regionally within Northern Ireland.

4.3 The bid will be submitted on 30th September 2015 with successful cities/regions being notified before the end of the year.

5 Recommendations

5.1 Members are asked to note the contents of this report

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1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 To advise Members of a new reference guide on Waste and Resource Efficiency attached at Appendix 1 launched by Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA).

2 Background

2.1 The NILGA Full Members meeting on 25th September 2015 launched two new key Councillor information products, one being the Councillors' Reference for Waste and Resource Efficiency, prepared by the Association with the support of the National Association of Councillors (NAC) and the Local Government Training Group (LGTG).

3 Key Issues

3.1 The reference guide attached provides Members and Councils with current details of waste management services, emerging initiatives, regulations and opportunities to consider waste as an asset to local economies.

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 There are no financial, equality, legal, HR or other implications.

5 Recommendations

5.1 Members are asked to note the contents of this report.

Background Papers

None

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A BREAKDOWN OF TERMS

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1 We are at the forefront Inside

Thanks Section 4 of the drive to reduce, re-use, recycle Page 3 Page 45 Waste Treatment Policies Key Contacts in Waste Management and Processes Northern Ireland, 2015 The Waste Hierarchy Page 4 Waste Prevention Re-use and Preparing for Re-use Foreword Recycling Page 5 Recovery Options Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Disposal Methods Introduction

Mid and East Antrim Page 7 Appendix 1 Borough Council Page 69 Derry City and Strabane District Council Section 1 Legislation and Policy Antrim and Newtownabbey Page 9 Borough Council

Ards and North Waste and Resource Appendix 2 Mid Ulster Down Borough District Council Belfast City Council Council Management Acronyms Page 71

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Northern Ireland Waste

Page 110 Page Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council Section 2 Management 2000 - 2015 Page 17 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Glossary of Waste and Resource Management Terms

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Section 3 Page 36 Local Context European Context Economic Context

2 3 thanks key contacts in Waste Management - Northern Ireland, 2015 Page 111 Page

The President and members of the Northern Ireland Local Government Association would Arc 21 Department of the Environment like to thank the following for their invaluable assistance in preparing this Guide: Belfast Castle, Antrim Road, Clarence Court, 10-18 Adelaide Street, Belfast, BT15 5GR Belfast, BT2 8GB Mr Ricky Burnett Mr Eamon Molloy T: 028 9072 6333 T: 028 9054 0540 Policy and Operations Director, arc21 North West Region Waste E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Management Group Mr George Craig Corporate Service Director, arc21 Mr John Quinn NILGA Technical Advisers Group President of the Chartered Institution of Northern Ireland Local Government T Walker, Belfast City Council, Cecil Ward Dr Daniel Gaida Wastes Management 2014-2015 Association, 1 Bradford Court, Building, 4-10 Linenhall Street, Belfast, Department of Automation and Industrial Chief Executive, arc21 Castlereagh, Belfast, BT8 6RB BT2 8BP IT, University of Applied Sciences, T: (028)90798972 T: 028 9032 0202 Cologne, Germany Mr Tim Walker E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Head of Waste Management Ms Linda Leahy Belfast City Council Local Government Staff Commission North West Waste Management Waste Resources Action Ms Rhiannon Williams Group (NWRWMG) Programme (WRAP) C/o Derry City and Strabane Regus House, 33 Clarendon Dock, :metabolon Brand and Design Manager Leppe Waste Disposal Centre, Germany District Council, 98 Strand Road, Laganside, Belfast, BT1 3BG SITA UK Derry, BT48 7NN T: 028 9051 1518 Mr Mark McAdoo T: 028 7137 0808 E: [email protected] Sponsors NI Representative, Executive of the Local E: [email protected] NILGA would particularly like to thank the Authority Recycling Advisory Committee sponsors of this document: Head of Waste and Contract Management, Mid Ulster District Council National Association of Councillors Local Government Training Group

4 5 Welcome to the newly refreshed and Using resources more efficiently will bring contemporised Councillors’ Waste new growth and job opportunities. The Reference Guide (2015). figures present an alluring proposition.

As local governments key spokesperson Better eco-design, waste prevention for waste, I am acutely aware of the and reuse can bring net savings for EU challenges that the new local context businesses of up to EUR 600 billion, while presents to the waste sector. Moreover, also reducing total annual greenhouse FOREWORD I am excited by the opportunities that emissions. Additional measures to the new trajectory in resource efficiency increase resource productivity by 30% by Welcome to the newly presents. It is this new trajectory of the 2030 could boost GDP by nearly 1% while refreshed and contemporised ‘Circular Economy’ that I would like creating 2 million jobs 1. Such returns are Councillors’ Waste Reference to focus on during my tenure as key too significant to ignore. Guide (2015) spokesperson. To realise these benefits, action is The Circular Economy has evolved from required at all stages in the value chain: an aspirational buzz term into a fully from the extraction and transportation fledged direction of travel that can help of raw materials, through material and us not only tackle unsustainable levels of product design, production distribution waste but also seriously contribute to how and consumption of goods, repair, we improve our economic and social well remanufacturing and reuse schemes, to being prospects. waste management and recycling.

Moving towards a circular economy can Such an approach will require all economic promote competitiveness and innovation, actors across the product value chain to a high level of protection for humans be engaged and taking measures aimed and the environment, and bring major at closing the loop. I can assure that local economic benefits, thus contributing to job government in Northern Ireland, for its part, creation and growth. A circular economy will be doing all it can to help develop the Page 112 Page advances sustainable development in local approach. which environmental, economic and social considerations align. It can also provide consumers with longer-lasting and Councillor Mervyn Rea innovative products that save them money NILGA Waste Management Spokesperson and improve their quality of life.

A more circular economy means re-using, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products. As a result, the term waste can be superseded and viewed purely in resource terms. The aim is to look beyond waste and close the loop of the circular economy. All resources need to be managed more efficiently throughout their life cycle.

1 European Commission (2015) Moving Towards a Circular Economy: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/circular-economy/index_en.htm

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The most recent version of the Northern It has since been agreed that this Guide Ireland Waste Strategy (the revised requires updating and contemporising Waste Strategy) was published in October to reflect the shift and impact of waste 2013. During 2011 the Department of the policy emanating from Europe which Environment carried out a scoping exercise moved from resource management to and it was agreed that the 2006 Strategy resource efficiency; and more recently should be revised to cover all EU Directive the emergence of an emphasis of waste requirements and provide a coherent as a resource as a means of creating a approach to the waste policy framework circular economy. The Guide has also INTRODUCTION for Northern Ireland. The revised Waste been updated to reflect the impact of local The most recent version of Strategy moves the emphasis of waste government reform. the Northern Ireland Waste management from resource management Strategy (the revised Waste to resource efficiency, with a new focus Section 1 of this reference guide provides Strategy) was published in on waste prevention and recycling in a contemporised and updated acronyms October 2013 accordance with the waste hierarchy. list covering a wide range of waste Page 113 Page management related terms; the ‘Waste The revised Waste Strategy follows the and Resource Efficiency Acronyms’ list. priority order for waste treatment set out in the Waste Hierarchy, a cornerstone Section 2 includes short descriptions for of EU Waste policy and legislation, a number of key terms from the acronyms with Part 2 divided into seven sections list and these definitions are compiled in a containing policy measures that build on glossary. The updated and contemporised core principles of the 2006 Strategy. The ‘Glossary of Waste and Resource Strategy has a renewed focus on waste Efficiency Terms’ can be found in Section prevention (including re-use), preparing for 2 of this guide. Together, Sections 1 and 2 re-use, recycling, and moves the emphasis are intended as a reference for Councillors of waste management in Northern Ireland seeking a quick guide to the meaning of from resource management to resource waste and resource efficiency acronyms efficiency i.e. using resources in the most and/or brief descriptions of key waste efficient way while minimising the impact of issues. their use on the environment. Section 3 outlines the policy context for Since the introduction of the first Waste tackling the waste agenda in Northern Management Strategy in Northern Ireland Ireland on the basis of local government in 2000, district councils have been at reform and the expected changes to the forefront of the drive to reduce, reuse government department structures. and recycle household waste produced Section 3 also considers legislation in in Northern Ireland, to ensure we make the form of directives and regulations best use of our natural resources and emerging from the EU and market forces that our waste management activities are that have resulted in waste becoming sustainable. increasingly viewed as a resource.

A Councillors’ Waste Management Section 4 offers an updated overview of Reference Guide was originally developed the various options available for dealing in February 2008 in response to calls from with municipal solid waste, drawing on NILGA members seeking a guide to the information from a number of sources. many acronyms surrounding the waste This reference guide does not, however, management agenda in relation to the make any recommendation in terms of work of local government. which options should be adopted to treat municipal solid waste in Northern Ireland.

8 9 BREW(p) Business Resource Efficiency and Waste Programme BRMA British Rubber Manufacturers Association BSI British Standards Institute BSI PAS 100 Composting specification BSI PAS 101 Specification for recovered container glass BSI PAS 102 Specification for processed glass for selected secondary end markets BSI PAS 103 Specification for quality and guidance for good practice for the supply of post consumer wood consumption in the manufacture of panel board products SECTION 1 BSI PAS 105 Specification for paper waste BVPI Best Value Performance Indicator Waste and Resource C&D Construction and Demolition (Waste) Management Acronyms C&I Commercial and Industrial (Waste) CA Civic Amenity (site) CAT Cheapest Available Technology CBI Confederation of British Industry CCL Climate Change Levy CCMA County and City Manager’s Association CCT Compulsory Competitive Tendering CD&E Construction, Demolition and Excavation 3Rs Reduce, reuse and recycle CEC Commission of the European Communities AA Appropriate Assessment CEN Committé Européen De Normalisation (European Committee for Standardisation) ABPR Animal By-Products Regulations CFC Chlorofluorocarbon ACORD Automotive Consortium on Recycling and Disposal CHP Combined Heat and Power AD Anaerobic Digestion CIPFA Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy ADR Accord European Relatif aux Transport International des Marchandises CIWEM Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management Dangereuses Par Route (European agreement concerning the international CIWM Chartered Institution of Waste Management carriage of dangerous goods by road CLO Compost Like Outputs AONB Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty C02 Carbon Dioxide APC Air Pollution Control

Page 114 Page CoD Certificate of Destruction APME Association of Plastics Manufacturers in Europe COD Chemical Oxygen Demand APSWG Associate Parliamentary Sustainable Waste Management Group COMAH Control of Major Accident Hazards Regs (Repl. CIMAH 1984 Regs) ARC21 Arc21 COPA Control of Pollution Act 1974 (Control of Pollution (Amendment) Act 1989 ASSI Area of Special Scientific Interest COSHH Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (2002) replaced (1999 Regs) ASSURE Association for Sustainable Use and Recovery of Resources COSLA Convention of Scottish Local Authorities ATF Authorised Treatment Facility COTC Certificate of Technical Competence ATT Advanced Thermal Treatment CPA Comprehensive Performance Assessment AWP Area Waste Plan CRA Chemical Recycling Association BAT (NEEC) Best Available Technique (Not Entailing Excessive Costs) cRDF Coarse Refuse Derived Fuel BATRRT Best Available Treatment Recycling and Recovery Technology CRN Community Recycling Network BBMA British Battery Manufacturer Association CRT Cathode ray tube BFR Brominated flame retardent CSO The Central Statistics Office BMF British Metal Federation CSR Corporate Social Responsibility BMW Biodegradable Municipal Waste CUR Connacht-Ulster Region BOD Biological Oxygen Demand CV Calorific Value BOO Build Own Operate DARD Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (NI) BPEO Best Practicable Environmental Option DBFO Design Build Finance Operate BPF British Plastics Federation DCAL Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure (NI) BRE Building Research Establishment DCENR The Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources

10 11 DCLG Department of Communities and Local Government (England) ERP European Recycling Platform DDT Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane ES Environmental Statement DE Department for Education (NI) ESA Environmental Services Association (Northern Ireland ESA, Welsh ESA, Scottish DECLG Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government (ROI) ESA - NIESA, WESA, SESA DEFRA Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (England) ESART Environmental Services Association Research Trust DEL Department for Employment and Learning (NI) ESRI The Economic and Social Research Institute DETE Department for Enterprise, Trade & Employment (ROI) ETBPP Environmental Technology Best Practice Programme DETI Department for Enterprise, Trade and Investment (NI) ETSU Energy Technology Support Unit DFP Department for Finance and Personnel (NI) EU European Union DG Directorate General (EU) EWC European Waste Catalogue DGXI Director General of the European Commission responsible for the Environment EWWR European Week of Waste Reduction DH&C Department of Health & Children (ROI) FBT Fluidised Bed Technology DHSSPS Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (NI) FEL Front end loader DLO/DSO Direct Labour Organisation/DirectService Organisation FOE Friends of the Earth

Page 115 Page DOC Duty of Care FORWARD Forum for Waste and Resource Research and Development DoELG Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government (ROI) FRAG Fragmentised Waste (from the motor trade industry) DOE Department of the Environment (NI) FSC Forestry Stewardship Council DRD Department for Regional Development (NI) FRN Furniture Recycling Network DRDF Densified Refuse Derived Fuel FTE Full Time Equivalent DRI Dynamic Respiration Index GAP Global Action Plan DSD Department for Social Development (NI) GDP Gross Domestic Product DTI Department of Trade and Industry (England) GHCP Green Healthcare Programme EA Environment Agency (England and Wales) GIS Geographical Information System EC European Commission/Community GPP Green Public Procurement ECJ European Court of Justice HCFC Hydrochlorofluorocarbons EEA European Environment Agency HCW healthcare Waste EEC European Economic Community HDPE High-density-polyethlene EEE Electrical and electronic equipment HFC Hydrofluorocarbon EFW Energy from Waste HHW household Hazardous Waste EHO Environmental Health Officer HSE health & Safety Executive EHS Environmental & Heritage Service (Northern Ireland) HWRA household Waste Recycling Act (2003) EI Enterprise Ireland HRC household Recycling Centre EIA Environmental Impact Assessment IAS invasive Alien Species EIC Essential Interim Capacity IBA incinerator Bottom Ash EIS Environmental Impact Statement IBEC irish Business Employers Confederation ELV End of Life Vehicles (Directive 2000/53/EC) (Regs 2003) ICE institute of Civil Engineers EMAS Eco-Management and Audit Scheme ICER industry Council for Electronic Equipment Recycling EMS Environmental Management System IDA industrial Development Agency ENCAMS Environmental Campaigns (Umbrella name for former Going Green and IED industrial Emissions Directive Tidy Britain Group) IFI Inland Fisheries Ireland ENFO Environmental Information Service (ROI) IMT institute of Municipal Transport ENTRUST The European Trust Scheme Regulatory Body INCPEN industry Council for Packaging and the Environment EOW End of Waste IPC integrated Pollution Control EPA Environmental Protection Act (1990) IPP integrated Product Policy EPA Environmental Protection Agency IPPC integrated Pollution Prevention and Control Directive EPS Expanded Polystyrene ISO international Standards Organisation EPR Extended Producer Responsibility ISWA international Solid Waste Association EQS Environmental Quality Standards IVC in-vessel Compositing

12 13 IWM integrated Waste Management NiCd Nickel-cadmium (battery) KAT Kerbside Assessment Tool NIEA Northern Ireland Environment Agency KPI Key Performance Indicator NIECE Network for Ireland’s Environmental Compliance and Enforcement LAAPC Local Authority Air Pollution Control NILAS Northern Ireland Landfill Allowance Scheme LACORS Local Authority Co-ordinating Body on Regulatory Standards NILGA Northern Ireland Local Government Association LACMW Local Authority Collected Municipal Waste NIMBY “Not in my back yard” LAPC Local Air Pollution Control NISP National Industrial Symbiosis Programme LAPD Local Authority Prevention Demonstration NISRA Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency LAPN Local Authority Prevention Network NOF New Opportunities Fund LARAC Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee NPWS National Parks and Wildlife Service LATS Landfill Allowance Trading Scheme NRF National Recycling Forum LAWDC Local Authority Waste Disposal Company NRWF National Resources and Waste Forum LCA Life Cycle Assessment NSBW National Strategy on Biodegradable Waste LCPD Large Combustion Plans Directive (2001/80/EC) NSS National Spatial Strategy LDPE Low Density Polyethylene NTDP New Technologies Demonstrator Programme LEL Lower Explosive Limit NVQ National Vocational Qualification LFD Landfill Directive (199/31/EC) NWAI National Waste Awareness Initiative LFG Landfill Gas NWMRF National Waste Minimisation Recycling Fund LGA Local Government Association (England) NWP National Waste Plan (Scotland) LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas NWPP National Waste Prevention Programme LPSA Local Public Service Agreement NWR National Waste Report LTCS Landfill Tax Credit Scheme NWRWMG North West Region Waste Management Group MBT Mechanical Biological Treatment ODS Ozone Depleting Substance MCDA Multi Criteria Decision Analysis OECD Organisation for Economic Co-operation Development MDF Medium-density fibreboard OFMDFM Office for First Minister and Deputy First Minister MDR Mixed Dry Recylables OJEU Official Journal of the European Union MEL Maximum Exposure Limit OPRA Operator Pollution Risk Appraisal ME Material efficiency ORA Oil Recycling Association

Page 116 Page MFA Materials Flow Analysis OSNI Ordnance Survey of Northern Ireland MHSWR Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 PAH Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons MoD Ministry of Defence PAS Publicly Available Specification MPA Mineral Planning Authority PCB Polychlorinated Biphenyl (s) MRF Materials Recovery Facility PDSU (SG) Programme Delivery Support Unit (Steering Group) MRW Materials Recycling Week PE Polyethylene MSW Municipal Solid Waste PEPG Planning and Environmental Policy Group Mt Million Tonnes PERN Packaging Waste Export Recovery Note MT/AD Mechanical Treatment/Anaerobic Digestion PET Polyethylene Terephthalate MW Megawatt PFI Private Finance Initiative NACE Nomenclature générale des activités économiques dans l’Union Européenne PIU Performance and Innovation Unit (general name for economic activities in the European Union) PM Particulate Matter (e.g. PM 10 particles under 10 microns) NAWDO National Association of Waste Disposal Officers POP’s Persistent organic pollutants NDP National Development Plan PP Polypropylene NFFO Non Fossil Fuel Obligation PPC Pollution Prevention and Control Act (1999) (Regulations 2000) NGO Non-governmental Organisation beware many amendments after 2000. NHA National Heritage Area PPE Personal Protective Equipment NHHWF National Household Hazardous Waste Forum PPG Planning Policy Guidance (UK government) NHS National Health Service PPP Public Private Partnership NHWMP National Hazardous Waste Management Plan PPS Planning Policy Statement (NI Planning Service

14 15 PR Producer Responsibility SSC Sector Skills Council PRN Packaging Recovery Note SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest PRO Producer Responsibility Operator SWAG Scottish Waste Advisory Group PS Polystyrene SWaMP Southern Waste Management Partnership PSA Public Service Agreement SWB Strategic Waste Board (NI) PVC Polyvinyl Chloride SWF Strategic Waste Fund (Scotland) QMS Quality Management Systems SWM Sustainable Waste Management QUANGO Quasi Autonomous Non-Governmental Organisation TAG Technical Advisors Group RAGS Recycling Advisory Group, Scotland TAN Technical Advice Note (Wales) RCE Regional Centre of Excellence TFS Trans Frontier Shipment RCV Refuse Collection Vehicle Teep Technically, Environmentally and Economically Practicable RDA Regional Development Agencies Tpa Tonnes per annum RDF Refuse Derived Fuel TSN Targeting Social Need RDS Regional Development Strategy UEL Upper Explosive Limit

Page 117 Page ReBAT An organisation set up under the BBMA to encourage the collection of UNECE United Nations Economic Committee for Europe rechargeable batteries RECOUP Recycling of Used Plastics UNEP United Nations Environment Programme REL Rear End Loader UVB Ultraviolet B radiation. REMADE Recycled Market Development VCU vertical Composting Units ReNew Resource innovation Network for European Waste VM value Management REPAC Regional Environmental Protection Advisory Committee VOC volatile Organic Compound RFID Radio Frequency Identification Tags VRQ Vocationally Related Qualification RIA Regulatory Impact Assessment WAC Waste Acceptance Criteria/Waste Awareness Certificate RID Regulations concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail WAMITAB Waste Management Industry Training & Advisory Board RIDDOR Reporting Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 WCA Waste Collection Authority RMCEI Recommendation on Minimum Criteria for Environmental Inspections WDA Waste Disposal Authority ROC Renewables Obligation Certificate WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Directive (2002/96/EC) amendments RoHS Restricting of Hazardous Substances in product manufacture transposed to UK law 13/08/04) RoRo Roll-on-Roll-off, demountable container system WET Waste and Emissions Trading Act (2003) RPGs Regional Planning Guidelines WFD Waste Framework Directive 75/442/EEC Revised Waste Framework RWMP Regional Waste Management Plan Directive (2008/98/EC) SAC Special Area of Conservation WHO World Health Organisation SEA Strategic Environmental Assessment WID Waste Incineration Directive (2006/76/EC) SEPA Scottish Environmental Protection Agency WIP Waste Implementation Programme SI Statutory Instrument WISARD Waste integrated Systems Assessment for Recovery and Disposal SIDs Strategic Infrastructure Developments WLAS Wrap Local Government Support SLF Secondary Liquid Fuel WLGA Welsh Local Government Association SME Small to medium size enterprise WML Waste Management Licence SMM Sustainable Materials Management SMMT Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders WPA Waste Planning Authority SNIFFER Scotland and Northern Ireland Forum for Environmental Research WPB Waste Programme Board SocEnv Society for the Environment WPSG Waste Programme Steering Group SPA Special Protection Area WRA Waste Regulation Authority SPG Strategic Planning Guidance WRAP Waste and Resources Action Programme SPPS Strategic Planning Policy Statement WtE Waste-to-energy SRF Solid Recoverable Fuel WTP Water Treatment Plant SRI Static Respiration Index WWG Waste Working Group SSA Standard Spending Assessment WWTW Waste water treatment works

16 17 arc 21 arc21 was originally incorporated and established in 2003, after a gradual process of closer co-operation between its councils. arc21 works on behalf of its member councils to guide, support and help them meet their legal requirements and drive forward innovative waste management programmes. arc21’s work is governed by a legally binding collaborative agreement between all of its councils.

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) SECTION 2 A landscape recognised as being of distinctive character and special scenic value. Glossary of Waste and Resource Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI) Management Terms Identified by scientific surveying as being an area of the highest degree of conservation value.

Ash The non-combustible solid by-products of incineration or other burning process.

Backfilling Advanced Thermal Treatment (ATT) Recovery of C&D waste through the permanent placement of suitable material in land A generic term often used to described two main forms of thermal treatment-gasification and reclamation or for engineering purposes where the waste is a substitute for non-waste material. pyrolysis. Baghouse Aerobic Compositing A combustion plant emission control device that consists of an array of fabric filters through which The biological decomposition of biowaste in the absence of oxygen and under controlled flue gases pass in an incinerator flue. Particles are trapped and thus prevented from passing into conditions in order to produce biogas and digestate. the atmosphere.

Agricultural waste Basel Convention

Page 118 Page A general term used to cover animal excreta, litter, straw, waste, carcasses and silage liquors. An international agreement on the control of trans-boundary movements of hazardous wastes and their disposal, drawn up in March 1989 in Basel, Switzerland, with over 100 countries as Anaerobic Digestion (AD) signatories Anaerobic digestion is the biological decomposition and stabilisation of organic material in the absence of oxygen and under controlled conditions which produces methane, carbon dioxide, Best Available Techniques (BAT) hydrogen sulphide and a digestable. It results, either directly or after subsequent aerobic The most effective and advanced stage in the development of activities and their methods of treatment, in a final product that has been sanitised and stabilised, is high in humic substances operation which indicate the practical suitability of particular techniques for providing in principle and can be used as a soil improver, as an ingredient in growing media, or blended to produce a the basis for emission limit values designed to prevent and, where that is not practicable, top soil that will meet British Standard BS 3882, incorporating amendment No.1. generally to reduce emissions and impact on the environment as a whole.

Animal By-products Regulations (ABPR) Best Value Performance indicator (BVPI) Regulations that prescribe how certain organic materials should be treated. Places restrictions on A range of performance indicators specified by central government for measuring the the use of some composts. performance of local authorities.

Aquifer Biodegradable content A subsurface zone of formation of rock that contains exploitable resources of ground water. The percentage content of waste which is biodegradable. For municipal waste in Northern Ireland this is estimated to be 64%.

18 19 Biodegradable material Civic Amenity (CA) Site (also called Household Recycling Centres) Any organic material that can be broken down by microorganisms into simpler, more stable A reception facility that enables householders to deposit a wide range of household waste compounds. Most organic wastes (e.g. food, paper) are biodegradable. including recyclable and non-recyclable materials, bulky household waste and certain categories of household hazardous waste. Sites are provided by local authorities for the disposal of Biodegradable Municipal Waste excess household and garden waste free of charge, as required by Section 51(1)(b) of the Municipal waste that is capable of undergoing anaerobic or aerobic decomposition, such as food Environmental Protection Act 1990/ Refuse Disposal (Amenity) Act 1978 / Pollution Control and garden waste, paper and paperboard. Local Government (Northern Ireland) Order 1978.

Biological Treatment Cleaner production Involves composting, anaerobic digestion, mechanical-biological treatment or any other process Processes designed to reduce the waste generated by production. for stabilising and sanitising biodegradable. Clinical waste Biowaste Any waste which consists wholly or partly of human or animal tissue, blood or other bodily fluids,

Page 119 Page Source segregated household or commercial waste of an organic or putrescible character, such excretions, drugs, or other pharmaceutical products, swabs or dressing, or syringes, needles or as food or garden waste. other sharp instruments, being waste which unless rendered safe may prove hazardous to any person coming in contact with it. Bottom ash (Ash and Fly Ash) Co-disposal Relatively coarse, non-combustible, generally toxic residue of incineration that accumulates on the grate of a furnace. The disposal of different types of waste in one area of a landfill or dump. For instance, sewage sludges may be disposed of with regular solid wastes. Bring Banks Co-Incineration These are facilities in which members of the public deposit recyclable waste materials such as Involves plants where waste is used as a regular or additional fuel, or is disposed of at a plant glass, metals and plastics in material specific receptacles for subsequent collection and delivery along with other substances, where energy generation or production of material products may to material recovery facilities. take place (e.g. Cement Works)

Capture Rate Co-mingled materials The percentage of the available material in the waste that people participating in a recycling Dry recyclables Wastes collected in a mixed form that are destined for recycling after scheme separate for kerbside collection. For example, if there is 10kg of paper in the waste further sorting. stream and 5kg is separated for recycling, this represents a 50% capture rate. Collection Cell The process of picking up wastes from residences, businesses, or a collection point, loading The basis unit by which a landfill site is developed. It is the general area where incoming waste is them into a vehicle, and transporting them to a processing, transfer, or disposal site. tipped, spread, compacted and covered. Collection System Central Composting Facility A system of gathering, sorting or mixing of waste for the purpose of it being transported to a A facility at which the biowaste is delivered to be processed by composting into a compost waste recovery or disposal facility. product - this can be for garden waste, selected food waste or a combination of both materials. Combined heat and Power (CHP) Circular Economy (Industrial Ecology, Green Tech, Biomimicry) Facilities in which waste is combusted to produce heat for domestic or industrial purposes in A circular economy means re-using, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and addition to the generation of electricity. products. What used to be regarded as ‘waste’ can be turned into a resource. The aim is to look beyond waste and to close the loop of the circular economy. All resources need to be managed Combustion more efficiently during their life cycle. Burnable materials in the waste stream, including paper, plastics, wood and food and garden waste.

20 21 Commercial Waste Contamination Waste from premises used wholly or mainly for the purposes of trade or business, recreation or The presence of a material or materials in another substance to such a degree as to render it entertainment, excluding household waste, mines, quarries and agricultural waste. unfit for its intended purpose.

Communal Collection Contracting A system of collection in which individuals bring their waste directly to a central point, from which The waste management groups were established to procure waste management treatment it is collected. services and waste management supply services, on behalf of their constituent councils. IN doing so, the waste management groups will either contract directly with waste management Community Composting Facilities contractors as is the case with arc21, or the constituent councils will enter into contracts directly Facilities set for the composting of bio-waste by a group of people in a locality with the aim of with waste management contractors and not through waste management groups. composting their own and other people’s bio-waste in order to manage the supplied bio-waste as close as possible to the point at which it was produced. Curing Allowing partially composted materials to sit in a pile for a specified period of time as part of the Compliance Scheme maturing process in composting. Non-profit producer responsibility scheme that takes on the obligations of its producer members for the collection, treatment and recycling of Producer Responsibility Initiative waste. Decomposition Breakdown of matter into more simple molecules. Decomposition may be caused by physical, Composite liner chemical or micro-biological action A liner system for a land-fill consisting of an engineered soil layer and a synthetic sheet of material. “Delivering Resource Efficiency“ The 2006 Strategy ‘Towards Waste Management’ was revised during 2011 to cover all relevant Compost EU Directive requirements and provide a coherent approach to the waste policy framework The stable, sanitised and humus-like material, rich in organic matter and free from malodours, for Northern Ireland. A revised Strategy was published in October 2013. The revised Strategy resulting from the composting process of separately collected bio-waste moves the emphasis of waste management from resource management to resource efficiency, with a new focus on waste prevention and recycling in accordance with the waste hierarchy. The Compost Quality Standards Revised ‘Delivering Resource Efficiency’ Strategy was published in October 2013.

Page 120 Page A set of industry technical standards, which may be statutory in nature, and which are designed to safeguard against potentially harmful aspects of compost production and use, thereby Digestate resulting in high quality compost protecting the environment and human health. The material resulting from the anaerobic digestion of biowaste.

Composting Disposal The degradation of organic wastes in the presence of oxygen to produce fertiliser or soil Any operation which is not recovery even where the operation has as a secondary consequence conditioner. the reclamation of substance or energy. Annex 1 of the Waste Framework Directive (Directive 2008/98/EC) sets out a non-exhaustive list of disposal operations. Construction and demolition (C&D) Waste All waste that arises from construction and demolition activities (including excavated soil from Diversion rate contaminated sites). These wastes are listed in chapter 17 of the European waste catalogue The proportion of waste material diverted from recycling, composting, or reuse and away from (EWC). land-filling or incineration.

Containment site Domestic waste Landfill site where the rate of release if leachate into the environment is extremely low. Waste which comes from homes - also known as household waste Polluting components in waste are retained within such landfills for such sufficient time to allow biodegradation and attenuation processes to have occurred; thus preventing the escape of Drop-off Centre (aka HRC) polluting species at unacceptable concentration. An area or facility for receiving compostable or recyclable waste deposited by waste generators.

22 23 DUMP Fabric filter Disposal of unwanted medicines. See baghouse.

Eco-labelling Flaring The provision of environmental and /or financial information on products, detailing for example The burning of methane emitted from collection pipes at a landfill whole life costs, emissions and wastes created during manufacture. Fly ash The highly toxic particulate matter captured from the flue gas incinerator by the air pollution Ecology control system. The scientific study of the relationship between living organisms and their surroundings. Fly-tipping Emission The illegal dumping of rubbish in unauthorised places. A material which is expelled or released into the environment. Usually applied to gaseous or odorous discharges to atmosphere. Gasification Plant

Page 121 Page Facility for the production of combustible gas from waste. End of Life Vehicles (ELVs) Vehicles which have reached the end of their useful lives, either because of old age or due to Government Contracts Committee accident. This waste is a priority EC waste stream and principally regulated by The End-of-Life The Committee assists the Department of Finance in formulating overall policy on public Vehicles Directive (2000/53/EC) which came into force in the UK in November 2003. procurement. It is made up of senior officials in the higher spending Departments and is chaired by a Department of Finance representative. The committee also adjudicates on contracts. Energy from Waste (EfW, aka CHP, thermal Treatment) Processes whereby energy may be recovered from waste. This may be achieved in three main Green Purchasing ways: incineration (burning waste), via methane recovery from landfill, and via controlled anaerobic Exercising environmental awareness in the choice of products and the buying of environmentally digestion. (See Anaerobic Decomposition, page 74). In all three cases, the resultant energy can be sustainable products. used to create power, heat or combined heat and power. Also known as energy from waste. Green/Organic Waste Biodegradable material such as garden and kitchen waste. This may also include other Environmental Impact compostables such as cardboard if collected as part of a composting collection scheme. The total effect of any operation on the surrounding environment.

Greenhouse Gases Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Gases that absorb heat and contribute to the warming of the Earth’s atmosphere (the ‘greenhouse An evaluation designed to identify and predict the impact of an action or a project on the effect’). Examples of greenhouse gases include water vapour, carbon dioxide and methane. environment and human health and well-being. Can include risk assessment, typically evaluating the probabilities and magnitudes of harm that could come from environmental contaminants. Groundwater Water beneath the earth’s surface that fills underground pockets (known as aquifers), supplying Environmental Statement wells and springs. Information about the likely effects of a proposed development submitted by an applicant for planning permission so that the planning authority is able to make an environmental assessment. Hazardous Waste Waste is considered ‘hazardous’ when it contains substances or has properties that might make European Waste Catalogue (EWC) it harmful to human health or the environment. This does not necessarily mean it is an immediate Now known as the List of Waste (LoW), this is a list of all waste types risk to human health, although some waste can be.

Extended Producer Responsibility Healthcare Waste A policy that encourages producers to consider the lifecycle of their products at the design stage, The term ‘healthcare waste’ is used to describe all waste resulting from healthcare activity. It by widening their responsibility for the products they create to include their post-consumer end- includes waste which falls within the statutory definition of clinical waste and other non-clinical of-life. waste.

24 25 Heavy metals Industrial Waste Metals of high atomic weight and density, such as mercury, lead, and cadmium that are toxic to Waste produced or arising from manufacturing or other industrial activities or processes. living organisms. Inert Waste Home Composting Inactive or un-reactive waste. Contains no organic or biodegradable materials. A process whereby biowaste is composted and used in gardens belonging to private households. Inorganic waste Household Clinical Waste Waste composed of material other than plant or animal matter such as sand, dust, glass and Waste arising within the household waste stream that falls within the definition of clinical under The many synthetics. Controlled Waste Regulations 1992/The Controlled Waste Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2002 para.2.

Household Hazardous Waste Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) Waste arising within the household waste stream that is classified as Hazardous under EC A regulatory system introduced in accordance with EU Directive 96/61/EC which is designed to Directive 91/689/ECC (7). Examples of Household Hazardous Wastes include: asbestos waste, exercise control over releases of waste to air, water and land with the aim of achieving the best batteries, fluorescent light tubes, garden and household chemicals, medicines, oils, paints, glues practicable environmental option. and varnishes, paint thinners and removers, refrigeration equipment and smoke detectors. Integrated solid waste management Household Waste Coordinated use of a set of waste management methods, each of which can play a role in an Waste arising from a domestic property or waste of similar composition from other properties overall municipal solid waste management plan. such as residential homes or hospitals. Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF) Household Waste Managed A license that combines a landfill and other waste infrastructure such as civic amenity site, Sum of the household waste collected at kerbside and the non-kerbside household waste collected. transfer station, composting or other treatment facilities.

Humic In-vessel Composting Substances which are highly abundant organic compounds formed in soils and sediments by the The composting of biowaste in a closed reactor where the composting process is accelerated by decay of dead plants, microbes and animals. controlled and optimised air exchange, water content and temperature control. Page 122 Page Incineration IPPC Licence The process of burning solid waste under controlled conditions to reduce its weight and volume, Legal processes, by which large industrial processes are licensed and regulated, refers and often to produce energy. Thermal treatment of waste in an incineration plant as defined in specifically to the requirements of the European Commission’s IPPC (integrated pollution Article 3 (4) of Directive 200/76/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 December prevention and control) Directive (96/61/EC) top provide protection of the environment and the 2000 on the incineration of waste. Types of Incineration include: Fluidized-bed incinerator, protection of human, animal and plant life from harm or nuisance from certain industrial activity. Moving grate incinerator both types of Mass burn incinerator.

Industrial Symbiosis Joint Committee Incorporated Industrial symbiosis is an association between two or more industrial facilities or companies in A Joint Committee which is incorporated has the power to enter into contracts directly with which the wastes or by-products of one become the raw materials for another. the waste management contractors and manage the contract until completion or until the end of its life. Industrial symbiosis can help companies: • Reduce raw material and waste disposal costs Joint Venture • Earn new revenue from residues and by-products A partnership, involving a local authority (or authorities) and a private community sector • Divert waste from landfill and reduce carbon emissions organisation. • Open up new business opportunities As in the natural world, this type of industrial synergy brings advantages to both parties, and is Kerbside collection usually done for both commercial and environmental reasons. Collection of compostables, recyclables, or rubbish from in front of a residence or shop.

26 27 Landfill Leachate pond The engineered practice of depositing waste into or onto land which will be restored at the end A pond or tank constructed at a landfill to receive the leachate from the area. Usually the pond of its life to provide land for alternative use in accordance with the definitions contained is designed to provide some treatment of the leachate, by allowing settlement of solids or by within the relevant national legislation and guidance implementing Landfill of asteW aeration to promote biological processes. Directive (1999/31/EC) Leachate treatment Landfill Directive A process to reduce the polluting potential of leachate. Such processes can include leachate An EU Directive which aims, by means of stringent operational and technical requirements on the recirculation, spray irrigation over adjacent grassland and biological and physiochemical landfilling of waste, to implement measures, procedures and guidance to prevent, or reduce as processes. far as possible, negative effects on the environment; in particular the pollution of surface water, groundwater, soil and air, and on the global environment - including the greenhouse effect - as Licensing well as any resulting risk to human health, during the whole life cycle of the landfill. The granting of formal permission for landfill operations at a specified site. See alsoaste W Management Licence.

Page 123 Page Landfill Tax A tax on every tonne of waste sent to landfill sites. The tax is designed to reduce the amount of Life Cycle Analysis rubbish sent to landfill by increasing the amount of waste being reduced, reused and recycled. A tool that can be used to assess the true costs over the whole life of a product, including the Landfill Tax operates at two rates: a standard rate for active waste (substances that either decay initial capital outlay, operational costs, maintenance and ultimately disposal costs. or contaminate land - which includes household waste); and a lower rate for inert materials. In 2010 the Government announced a floor under the standard rate which will not fall below £80 Lift per tonne from 2014-15 to 2019-20. In 2014 it was clarified that the floor of £80 per tonne in the The completed layer of compacted waste in a cell at a landfill. standard rate should be interpreted in real terms and announced that the lower rate will, in future, also increase each year in line with RPI. Liquid Waste Waste which in the condition under which it is handled will flow and can be transferred by pump Standard Rate and includes leachate from waste. From 1 April 2015, the Standard Rate rose to £82.60 per tonne, and will increase again on 1st April 2016 to £84.40 per tonne. Litter The haphazard distribution of waste on land. At landfill sites this is usually light, windblown, Lower rate fraction in household waste such as paper and plastic which escapes before the waste is From 1st April 2015, the Lower Rate rose to £2.60 per tonne, and will increase again on 1st April compacted and covered. 2016 to £2.65 per tonne. Local Authority Municipal Waste (LACMW) Landfill Allowance Trading Scheme (LATS) Is defined in the Waste Emissions Trading Act 2003 (Amendment) Regulations 2011, and means DEFRA have introduced landfill allowances for each Waste Disposal Authority (WDA), with a waste that is collected by, or on behalf of, a District Council. These wastes can be collected phased reduction in municipal waste that is landfilled from 2005/06. By 2020 each WDA must either directly at the household or premises by the council or its agents, or through civic amenity have reduced the landfilling of biodegradable waste to 35% of the 1995 level. DEFRA have also sites and bring banks. In general, it includes waste arising from : waste collection rounds introduced a trading scheme that allows WDAs to trade their unused landfill allowance. (including separate rounds for collection for recyclables; street cleansing and litter collection; beach cleansing; bulky waste collections’ hazardous household waste collections; household Leachate clinical waste collections; garden waste collections; drop off/bring systems; weekend skip Leachate is formed when water passes through waste landfill. The water can come from services; and any other household waste collected by the authority ; rubble; clearance of fly- precipitation or the waste itself. As the liquid moves through the landfill many organic and tipped waste; and commercial waste from shops and trading estates where local authority waste inorganic compounds, for example, bacteria, heavy metals and other potentially harmful collection agreements are in place. materials are transported in leachate. Leachate moves to the base of the landfill cell and collects. If uncontrolled, leachate can contaminate both groundwater and surface water.

28 29 Manual landfill Mixed waste A landfill in which most operations are carried out without the use of mechanized equipment. Unsorted materials that have been discarded into the waste stream.

Marine Nature Reserve (MNR) Modular incinerator Provides for the conservation of the flora, fauna, landforms and other features of scientific A relatively small type of prefabricated solid waste combustion unit. interest and for study of these features. Monofill Mass-burn Incinerator A landfill intended for one type of waste only. A type of incinerator in which solid waste is burned without prior sorting of processing. Municipal Solid waste (MSW) or municipal waste or Material Efficiency municipal managed waste (MMW) Describes the use of materials in a way that reduces consumption, production or disposal of Solid waste collected and controlled by local authorities. Generally includes household and materials relative to previous processes. ME prevents waste while avoiding problems relating to commercial waste, street sweepings/litter and materials from civic amenity sites. Generally the definition of waste focussing on the lifecycle approach. excludes hazardous wastes except to the extent that they enter the municipal waste stream.

Materials Flow Analysis Natural Resources Provides for an analytical framework for measuring the energy and resources used by a given Substances of use to humans that are derived either from the Earth e.g. coal, oil or metal ores or economy. Relationships between human activities, material flows and environmental impact can from living things. be analysed using MFA tools, which include accounting mechanisms and indicators. NIMBY (NIMTO or BANANA) Materials recovery Expressions of opposition e.g. to the siting of a solid waste of a solid waste facility based on the Obtaining materials from the waste stream that can be reused or recycled. particular location proposed: NIMBY: Not in my back yard Materials recovery facility (MRF) NIMTO: Not in my term of office A facility for separating commingled recyclables by manual or mechanical means. Some MRFs BANANA: Build absolutely nothing anywhere near anything. are designed to separate recyclables from mixed municipal solid waste. MRFs then bale and

Page 124 Page market any recoverable materials. Non Clinical Waste Non clinical waste is deemed to be all non toxic and non-hazardous waste. Mechanical Biological Treatment (MBT) A combination of biological treatment that can be anaerobic digestion, composting or frying, Non-kerbside Household Waste Collection combined with mechanical sorting such as screening, shredding, and other separation Bulky household waste collected by authorised collectors, waste brought by householders to techniques. Outputs may include refuse derived fuel combustion in industrial processes (where landfills, bring banks, civic amenity facilities and WEE and batteries brought to retailers and markets allow) or for thermal recovery in a dedicated EFW plant. Other potential outputs are collected on specific collection days. compost-like materials, some materials suitable for recycling, or materials for subsequent landfill. Northern Ireland Environment Agency Methane The statutory body responsible for issuing licenses, permits and other associated regulatory CH4, a colourless, odourless, flammable gas formed during anaerobic decomposition of functions that apply to the waste management industry. putrescrible matter. It forms an explosive mixture in the range 5-15% methane in air. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas. North West Region Waste Management Group (NWRWMG) The North West Region Waste Management Group continues as an unincorporated Joint Mixed Dry Recyclables Committee, established under the Local Government Act 2014. Membership of the group Recyclates (glass bottles and containers, plastic bottles and containers and metal tin cans) not comprises Derry City and Strabane District Council and Causeway Coast and Glens Borough including putrescrible wastes. Council.

30 31 Odour Post-consumer materials The smell of a material or collection materials. The characteristic odour of landfill gas is due Materials that a consumer has finished using, which the consumer may sell, give away or mainly to alkyl benzenes and limonene, occasionally and additionally associated with esters and discard as wastes. organo - sulphur compounds. Precautionary principle Open dump The avoidance or the reduction of risks to the environment by prudent action before any serious An unplanned “landfill” that incorporates few if any of the characteristics of a controlled landfill. problem is encountered. There is typically no leachate control, no access control, no cover and no management. Preparing for re-use Organic Waste Preparing for re-use means checking, cleaning or repairing recovery operations, so products or Biodegradable food, garden and landscaping waste, and where the context permits, will also components that have become waste are prepared so that they can be reused without any other include industrial organic sludges (e.g. from the food and drink production sector). pre-processing.

Page 125 Page Other Recovery Pre-treatment Any operation meeting the definition of recovery under the Waste Framework Directive but failing The processing of waste which still results in a waste that subsequently undergoes other waste to comply with the specific requirements for preparation for reuse or recycling. recovery or disposal treatment. Pre-treatment activities include operations such as “dismantling, sorting, crushing, compacting, palletising, drying, shredding, conditioning, repackaging, Packaging separating, blending or mixing if the material or substance resulting from such operations is still Used to contain, protect and present goods. Virtually all packaging eventually becomes waste. waste”. These activities do not sit on any particular rung of the waste hierarchy and instead can Packaging is made from such materials as cardboard, paper, glass, plastic, steel, aluminium, be regarded as “precursors” to specific types of treatment. wood, and composite materials such as those used in milk and juice cartons. Prevention Participation Rate Measures taken before a substance, material or product has become waste, that reduce: (a) The participation rate measures the number of households making recyclable waste materials the quantity of waste, including through the reuse of products or the extension of the life span of available for collection. products; (b) the adverse impacts of the generated waste on the environment and human health; or (c) the content of harmful substances in materials and products. Technically prevention is not a Pathogen waste operation because it concerns substance or objects before they become waste. An organism capable of causing disease. Priority waste streams Pay-By-Use (PBU) Schemes EU priority waste streams include municipal waste, packaging waste, tyres, waste electrical Schemes whereby residents pay in direct proportion to the amount of waste collected from waste and electronic equipment, construction and demolition waste, hazardous waste, end-of-life individual households. This scheme is devised to offer financial incentives for residents to reduce vehicles, healthcare waste, waste oil and sewage sludge. the amount of waste which is presented for collection and subsequent management by public or private waste collectors. Primary material A commercial material produced from virgin materials used for manufacturing basic products. Polluter Pays Principle Examples include wood pulp, iron ore, and silica sand. The principle set out in European Council Recommendation 75/436/Euratom, ECSC, EEC of 3rd March 195 1(20) requiring the polluting party to pay for damage done to the natural environment. Processing Preparing MSW materials for subsequent use or management, using processes such as bailing, Pollution magnetic separation, crushing and shredding. The term is also sometimes used to mean The contamination of soil, water, or the atmosphere by the discharge of waste or other offensive separation of recyclables from mixed MSW. material

32 33 Producer responsibility Initiatives Reduction of Hazardous Substance (RoHS) A series of initiatives undertaken by industry with the agreement of the Government and These European Union regulations set maximum concentration limits on hazardous materials generally having a requirement to take steps for the purpose of prevention, minimisation, used in electrical and electronic equipment (See WEEE). The substances are lead, mercury, limitation or recovery of waste as respects the class or classes of product to which the cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl requirement relates and may include a requirement to achieve specified targets in relation to ethers (PBDE). those matters, in line with the “Polluter Pays Principle”. Reduction of Waste Proximity Principle A reduction of waste at source involving minimisation of the use of environmentally harmful The principle set out in the EU Framework Directive (91/156/EEC) whereby member states substances and /or minimising material or energy consumption. should establish a network enabling waste to be disposed of in the nearest appropriate installations, by means of the most appropriate methods and technologies to ensure a high level Refuse of protection for the environment and for public health. A term often used interchangeably with solid waste.

Putrescribles (aka biodegrabale) Refuse Derived Fuel RDF (Combustion) Solid wastes which are biodegrabale. Usually used in reference to food wastes and other organic Fuel produced from waste through a number of processes such as mechanical separation, wastes that decay quickly. blending and compressing to increase the calorific value of the waste. Such waste derived fuels can comprise paper, plastic and other combustible wastes and can be combusted in a waste-to- Pyrolosis energy plant, cement kiln or industrial furnace. Chemical decomposition of a substance by heat in the absence of oxygen, resulting in various hydrocarbon gases and carbon-like residue. Treatment unproven for MSW at this stage. RE Roadmap The “Road Map to a Resource Efficient Europe” was published by the European commission Quality Assurance Schemes in September 2011 defines medium and long term objectives and the means for achieving Usually non-statutory in nature, and designed to ensure producers maintain a large degree of them. The vision is of a European economy that, by 2050, has grown and developed in such control over process management and produce a compost product of high quality, which will be a way that respects the constraints and planetary boundaries, and this contributes to a global easily marketed and profitable in nature. transformation. A key milestone is not just to manage waste but to recognise it as a resource and thereby create a ‘circular economy’ with residual waste reduced as far as possible. This will Reclamation Page 126 Page require a greater focus on waste prevention followed by increased recycling. Process of re-manufacturing waste back into new material.

Recovery Refuse Derived Fuel Options for recovering value from the waste stream. May include recycling and composting, The Combustible fraction of municipal solid waste can be mechanically and/or thermally thermal and biological treatments that use waste to produce energy. separated into a product called Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF). This may be pelletized or utilised as a loose “flock” product in a controlled combustion process (either a dedicated incineration / Recylables gasification process of co-combusted in an industrial type application, for example a cement kiln Items that can be reprocessed into feedstock for new products. Common examples are paper, or power station. glass, aluminium, corrugated cardboard and plastic containers. Residual Municipal Waste Recycling The fraction of municipal waste remaining after the source separation of municipal waste The process of transforming materials into raw materials for manufacturing new products, which fractions, such as food and garden waste, packaging, paper and paperboard, metals, glass and may or may not be similar to the original product. is usually unsuitable for high quality recovery or recycling.

Resource recover The extraction and utilisation of materials and energy from wastes.

34 35 Reuse Secondary material The use of a product more than once in its original form, for the same or a new purpose. A material covered from post-consumer wastes for use in place of primary material in manufacturing a product. ReNew ReNEW represented a network of organisations whose aim was to deliver innovations for the Secure landfill waste supply chain - promoting recovery of valuable materials from waste. ReNEW (Resource A disposal facility designed to permanently isolate wastes from the environment. This entails innovation Network for European Waste): a €4.88 million project, funded at a rate of 50% (€2.44 burial of the wastes in a landfill that includes clay and /or synthetic liners, leachate collection, gas million) by the Interreg IVB North West Europe scheme. The project ran until June 2015. collection (in cases where gas is generated) and an impermeable cover.

Renewables Obligation Certificates (ROCs) Separate Collection/source segregation The Renewable Obligation requires power suppliers to derive a specified proportion of electricity The separate collection of certain categories of biodegradable Local Authority Collected they supply to their customers from renewables. This started at 3% in 2003, rising gradually Municipal Waste, such as paper / cardboard and organic waste, in such a way as to avoid to 10% by 2010. The cost to consumers will be limited by a price cap and the obligation is different waste fractions or waste components being mixed, combined or contaminated with other

Page 127 Page guaranteed in law until 2027. Eligible renewable generators receive Renewables Obligation potentially polluting wastes, products or materials. Certificates for every MWh of electricity generated. These ROCs can be sold to suppliers to fulfil their obligations. Set-out-container A box or bucket used for residential waste that is placed outside for collection. Rethink Waste Rethink Waste is a communications campaign of the Department of the Environment in Northern Sewage sludge Ireland. The campaign aims to encourage people in NI to rethink what they do with waste by The residue produced at a sewage treatment works which is not discharged with the promoting the reduction, reuse and recycling of items that might otherwise become ‘waste’. Since treated effluent. its inception in 2010, the campaign has contributed to increased diversion from landfill across Northern Ireland and a decreasing amount of waste going to landfill. Site remediation Treatment of a contaminated site by removing contaminated solids or liquids or treating Sanitary Landfill them on-site An engineered method of disposing of solid waste on land, in a manner that meets most of the standard specifications, including sound sitting, extensive site preparation, proper leachate and Solid Recovery Fuel gas management and monitoring, compaction, daily and final cover, complete access control, High-quality fuel derived from mechanically processing residual waste, which must comply with and record keeping. the international standard, CEN/TC 343 (meet minimum standards for moisture content particle size, metals, chloride, chlorine content and calorific value). Solid Recovered Fuel High-quality fuel derived from mechanically processing residual waste, which must comply with Source reduction the international standard, CEN/TC 343 (meet minimum standards for moisture content, particle The design, manufacture, acquisition, and reuse of materials so as to minimize the quantity and/ size, metals, chloride, chlorine content and calorific value). or toxicity of waste produced.

Scrap metal Source separation Any old metal and any broken, worn out, deface or partly manufactured articles made wholly or Setting aside of compostable and recyclable materials from the waste stream before they are partly of metal and metallic wastes. Also includes old, broken, worn out or defaced tooltips or collected with other MSW, to facilitate reuse, recycling and composting. dies made of any materials commonly known as hard metal or of cemented or sintered metallic carbides. Special Area of Conservation (SAC) EC Habitats Directive requires member states to designate Special Areas of Conservation to Scrubber protect some of the most seriously threatened habitats and species across Europe. Implemented Emission control device in an incinerator, used primarily to control acid gases, but also to remove through the Conservation (Natural Habitats etc) Regulations (NI) 1985 (as revised 2015). some heavy materials.

36 37 Special waste Sustainable Development Controlled wastes that fall within the Special Waste (NI) Regulations 1998. These Regulations Finding ways to meet the needs of the present generation without damaging the environment or apply to all movements of special waste including to and from storage, treatment and recycling preventing future generations from being able to meet their own needs. facilities and movement to final disposal sites. Includes household and hazardous waste, medical waste, construction and demolition debris, earthquake debris, tyres, oils, wet batteries, sewage Sustainable Materials Management sludge, human excreta, slaughterhouse waste and industrial waste. Provides a new way of interacting materials, repositioning wastes as potential resources and moving towards the use and reuse of materials in the most productive and sustainable way Stabilised Biowaste across their entire life cycle. Waste resulting from the mechanical biological treatment of biowaste. Stabilised Biowaste will include IVC and AD Compost as well as Compost Like Output. There is still a question hanging Technical Officer Group (TAG) over CLO and its contribution to recycling targets. Local government Technical Advisors Group which meets bi-monthly to discuss technical issues which affect local government which include amongst others: waste, refuse collection, health and Strategic Investment Board (SIB) safety and car parking. The Strategic Investment Board Limited was launched in April 2003. It is a company, limited by guarantee and owned by the Office of First Minister and Deputy First Minister (OFMDFM). Teep(Technically, Environmentally and Economically Practicable) ‘Technically, Environmentally and Economically Practicable’ with reference to the separate SIB was established by the Executive to: collection of wastes destined for recovery operations. • Accelerate infrastructure investment, and • Overcome the barriers that sometimes interfere with delivering policy priorities. Tipping fee In relation to waste management the SIB will support the Department of the Environment in the A fee for unloading or dumping waste at a landfill, transfer station, incinerator, or recycling facility. funding and delivery of the infrastructure required to meet the municipal solid waste bio-diversion targets in the EU Landfill Directive and related legislation. SIB is assisting waste management Tipping floor groups in relation to pre-procurement, procurement and funding of waste management facilities Unloading area for vehicles or dumping waste at a landfill, transfer station, incinerator, or and services. recycling facility.

Street Cleaning Waste Tradable Landfill Permits Page 128 Page Includes waste collected by litter pickers, street sweepers and mechanical sweepers, but Economic instrument applied in the UK, devised to minimise the cost of meeting the Landlfill excludes gully emptying and poop-scoop wastes. Directive targets whilst giving local authorities the greatest amount of flexibility. An allowance to landfill a certain amount of waste is issued to the landfill operator - exceeding this amount Street Recycling Bins requires the purchase of ‘surplus’ allowances from other operators who have not used their full Litter bins for recycling located on streets; but not at Civic Amenity Sties or Bring Sites. allowance.

Subsidy Trade Waste Direct or indirect payment from government to businesses, citizens, or institutions to encourage a Waste collected from commercial premises by district councils, as part of their service provided desired activity. under the provisions of the Waste and Contaminated Land (NI) Order 1997.

Supply Chain Management Transfer point The management of the entire sequence of processes and activities within manufacturing A designated point, often at the edge of a neighbourhood, where small collection vehicles and retailing operations. With respect to waste management, the purpose is to encourage the transfer waste to larger vehicles for transport to disposal sites. introduction of measures further up the supply chain in order to reduce the quantities of waste produced at all stages in the production and distribution. Transfer station Central depot where collection vehicles deliver waste where it is compacted and loaded into bulk transfer vehicles for onward transport to a recovery or disposal facility.

38 39 Treatment Facilities Waste collector Facilities where waste undergoes thermal, physical, chemical or biological processes that A person employed by a local authority or a private firm to collect waste from residences, change the characteristics of waste in order to reduce its volume or hazardous nature or facilitate businesses, and community bins. its handling, disposal or recovery. Waste Co-ordination Group (WCG) Unmanaged household waste In January 2014 a Waste Co-ordination Group was established to provide a forum for the discussion Estimate of the quantity of waste generated by households but not captured via one of the of key operational and policy issues pertinent to the statutory responsibilities of public sector waste kerbside or non-kerbisde collection systems. and resource management bodies and to facilitate the co-ordinated delivery of those responsibilities. The Group comprised senior officials from DOE, the (then) three Waste Management Groups Unprocessed Residual Waste and NILGA. The Group is scheduled to meet eight times a year to support the work of the Waste Residual municipal waste collected at kerbside or deposited at landfills, CA sites/ transfer Programme Board and the membership is currently under review, post-reform. stations that has not undergone appropriate treatment through physical, biological, chemical or thermal processes, including sorting. Waste dealer

Page 129 Page A middleman who buys recyclable materials from waste generators and itinerant buyers and sells Upcycling them, after sorting and some processing, to wholesale brokers or recycling industries. Upcycling is taking an item that is not longer needed or wanted and giving it a new life as something that is either useful or creative. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive A waste stream defined by the European Community directive on waste electrical and electronic Variable charging equipment (Directive 2002/96/EC) which, together with the RoHS Directive, became European A method where local authority or private sector operators determine waste charges for various Law in February 2003, setting collection, recycling and recovery targets for all types of electrical waste management services undertaken within a particular administrative Biodegradable Waste goods. The purpose of the WEEE directive is, as a first priority, the prevention of electrical area, designed to promote best practice in prevention, recycling and biological treatment among and electronic equipment, and in addition, the reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery of producers. Pay-by-Use is a form of variable charging. such wastes so as to reduce the disposal of waste. It also seeks to improve the environmental performance of all operators involved in the life cycle of electrical and electronic equipment, e.g. Vectors producers, distributors and consumers and in particular those operators directly involved in the Organisms that carry disease causing pathogens. At landfills, rodents, flies and birds are the treatment of waste electrical and electronic equipment. main vectors that spread pathogens beyond the landfill site. Waste Framework Directive Vermicomposting The Framework Directive on Waste (75/442/EEC as amended by 91/156/EEC, 96/59/EC, and Composting system using worms. 2008/98/EC) is the overarching legislative framework for waste management in the European Union. It provides a foundation for sustainable waste management practice and defines Virgin materials waste. The amended framework contains 19 articles that set out requirements for waste Any basic material for industrial processes that has not previously been used, for example, management in the European Union. The Directive requires each member state to produce a wood-pulp trees, iron ore, crude oil, bauxite. Waste Management Plan and adopts a system of waste regulations to protect the environment. Proposed amendments to the Waste Framework Directive are currently being discussed with the Void space Member States. The space existing between and within solids in refuse or soil. Waste Hierarchy Waste Waste hierarchy is the cornerstone of European waste policies legislation. Its primary purpose Any substance or object which the holder discards, or intends, or is required to discard, by the is to minimise adverse environmental effect from waste and to increase and optimise resource Waste Framework Directive (2008/98/EC) efficiency in waste management policy. The hierarchy under the Waste Framework Directive is a priority order for the management of waste and prioritises the ways of dealing with waste as Waste characterization study follows (1) prevention; (2)preparing for reuse; (3) recycling; (4)other recovery; (5) disposal. An analysis of samples from a waste stream to determine its composition.

40 41 Waste Management Waste stream Means the collection, transport, recovery and disposal of waste, including the supervision of such The total flow of waste from a community, region or facility. operations and the after-care of disposal sites; and including actions taken as a dealer or broker. Waste Transfer Station Waste Management Facility A suite to which waste is delivered for sorting or compacting/bulking prior to transfer to another A site or premises used for the recovery or disposal of waste place for recycling, treatment or disposal.

Waste Minimisation Waste-to-energy (WTE) plant Any technique, process or activity that either avoids, reduces or eliminates waste at source, or A facility that uses solid waste materials (processed or raw) to produce energy. WTE plants results in reuse or recycling. include incinerators that produce steam for district heating or industrial use, or that generate electricity; they also include facilities that convert landfill to gas or electricity. Waste Prevention The reduction of the quantity (weight and volume) and hazardousness of waste generated for Water table collection and treatment for disposal for a third party. Level below the earth’s surface at which the ground becomes saturated with water. Waste Producer Anyone whose activities produce waste (original waste producer) or anyone who carries out Weighbridge pre-processing, mixing or other operations resulting in change in the nature or composition of this A machine used to weigh large objects such as vehicles. Used to weigh the quantity of waste waste, under the Waste Framework Directive (2008/98/EC). received at a landfill site.

Waste Programme Board Windrow Current governance arrangements for waste in Northern Ireland are headed by the Waste An elongated pile of aerobically composting materials that are turned periodically to expose the Programme Board (WPB), set up in 2010, which comprises representatives from the Department, materials to oxygen and to control the temperature to promote biodegradation. local government and non-governmental organisations under the chairmanship of the Minister of the Environment. It is a non-executive advisory Board with a remit to oversee the implementation Working face of the targets contained in the Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy; advise on the The length and width of the row in which waste is being deposited at a landfill.Also known structure of waste programme targets/actions; provide a channel of communication for key as the tipping face. Page 130 Page stakeholders and consider the impact of new waste related policy initiatives as they emerge.

Waste Producer A person whose activities produce waste or who carried out pre-processing, mixing or other operations resulting in a change in the nature or composition of waste.

Waste reduction All means of reducing the amount of waste that is produced initially and that must be collected by solid waste authorities. This ranges from legislation and product design to local programs designed to keep recyclables and compostables out of the final waste stream.

Waste solvent Solvent which is contaminated, spoiled or otherwise unfit for its original purpose.

Waste Strategy See ‘Delivering Resource Efficiency’.

42 43 The Department is responsible for In terms of arc21, in 2014 the Shadow preparation of the Waste Management Councils agreed to continue with the Strategy setting out its policies in relation provision of waste management services, to the recovery and disposal of waste. from 1 April 2015, provided by arc21 Waste Local government is responsible in turn Management Group operating as a Body for the preparation and implementation of Corporate Joint Committee. Waste Management Plans setting out the councils’ arrangements for the collection New terms of agreement were then drawn SECTION 3 and disposal of waste. up and formally approved by the Shadow Councils. The Terms of Agreement set out Outlines the policy context for Councils have delegated preparation the arrangements by which Participant tackling the waste agenda in of Waste Management Plans and any Councils would operate both with arc21 Northern Ireland agreed ancillary functions to their Waste and each other. Management Groups, using powers in the Local Government Act (NI) 1972 and more The Department of the Environment was Page 131 Page recently the Local Government Act (NI) then formally requested to update the 2014. legislation to facilitate the creation of the Joint Committee and provide the relevant The Local Government Act (NI) 1972 powers for it to operate from 1 April 2015. LOCAL Context The Northern Ireland revised waste enabled councils to establish joint management strategy “Delivering committees for collective delivery of The Local Government (Constituting a The first Waste Management Strategy for Resource Efficiency” (the revised Strategy) council functions. They can also apply to Joint Committee a Body Corporate) Order Northern Ireland was published in April was revised in 2013 for the period up to the Department for body corporate status (Northern Ireland) 2015 was made on 25 2000 and was revised in March 2006 under 2020. for those committees. March 2015 by the Department and came the title “Towards Resource Management”. into operation on 1 April 2015. During 2011 the Department of the It contains actions and targets to meet The Local Government Act (NI) 2014 Environment carried out a scoping EU Directives and takes into consideration included legislative provision for collective The Participant Councils of the new exercise and it was agreed that the 2006 the current “direction of travel of EU policy working through joint committees including arc21 Joint Committee are: Strategy should be further revised to cover towards life cycle thinking and a resource the provision for a joint committee to have • Antrim and Newtownabbey all relevant EU Directive requirements and efficient Europe”. body corporate status. The Bill received Borough Council provide a coherent approach to the waste Royal Assent in June 2014. Existing body • Ards and North Down Borough Council policy framework for Northern Ireland. The Revised Strategy moves the emphasis corporate legislation lists the constituent • Belfast City Council The contemporary revised Strategy was of waste management from resource councils of each joint committee. With • Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council published in October 2013. management to resource efficiency, with local government reorganisation now • Mid and East Antrim Borough Council a new focus on waste prevention and implemented the councils named in the • Newry, Mourne and Down The legislative and regulatory framework recycling in accordance with the waste existing body corporate legislation no District Council for waste in Northern Ireland is complex hierarchy. The Revised Strategy also longer exist, though technically the body (See Appendix one). The revised Northern provides for the possibility of a 60% corporate itself will continue to exist as a The North West Region Waste Ireland Waste Management Strategy recycling rate of local authority collected separate body. Management Group continues as 2 3 2013 contains references to eight municipal waste by 2020 . an unincorporated Joint Committee, European Directives, 19 pieces of The rationale for joint committees is to established under the Local Government domestic waste legislation and 14 relevant deliver functions, in collaboration, on behalf Act 2014. Membership of the group Strategies, Plans and Programmes. of their constituent councils. The new comprises Derry City and Strabane District councils will need to determine whether Council and Causeway Coast and Glens they wish to establish new joint working Borough Council. structures for waste management and if so,

2 Mills (2013): A review of waste disposal at the Mauboy Site and lessons learnt for the future regulation of the waste industry what the status and membership of those in Northern Ireland structures should be, or whether each new 3 DOE (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy council will operate independently.

44 45 European Context The Roadmap to a Resource Efficient The revised WFD required Member The revised WFD introduced a 5-step Europe 6, which was published by the States to create national waste prevention Waste Hierarchy (detailed in Section 4), The Northern Ireland strategic approach is European Commission in September 2011 programmes by 12 December 2013. The establishing a priority order for waste with set not only within the context of Northern defines medium to long term objectives objective 8 of these programmes is to the highest emphasis being placed on Ireland policy and legislation, but also and the means for achieving them. present a co-ordinated national approach the prevention of waste. The next three takes into consideration the wider context to waste prevention, delineating targets priorities, that is, preparing for re-use, of relevant EU Environmental Directives The vision is of a European economy and policies with the aim of decoupling recycling and recovery, all recognise and the current ‘direction of travel’ of EU that, by 2050, has grown and developed economic growth from environmental waste as a valuable resource, with its policy toward life cycle thinking and a in such a way that respects resource impacts of waste generation. England, own intrinsic value as well as a substitute resource efficient Europe. The EU provides constraints and planetary boundaries, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have for ever-dwindling natural resources (the strong direction to Member States on and thus contributes to a global economic all created their own Waste Prevention substitution principle). The last option, waste issues and much of UK and NI transformation. Programmes which take account of local under the Hierarchy, is the disposal of waste policy and guidance is based on EU issues and needs. waste by landfill. legislation. A key milestone is not just to manage waste but to recognise it as a resource and EU waste management policies aim to The EU Landfill Directive (1999/31/ As part of the UK, Northern Ireland must thereby create a ‘circular economy’ with reduce the environmental and health EC) aims to prevent or reduce as far comply with the EU’s waste management residual waste reduced as far as possible. impacts of waste and improve Europe’s as possible negative effects on the policy as laid down in the Waste An integral part of this is greater focus on resource efficiency. The long term goal is environment from the landfilling of waste, Framework Directive and associated waste prevention followed by increased to turn Europe into a zero waste society, and contains targets for the reduction of legislation. The EU Waste Framework recycling. avoiding waste and using unavoidable biodegradable municipal waste going to Directive was established in 1975 and waste as a resource whenever possible. landfills. provides a legal framework for all EU The revised WFD required the The aim is to achieve much higher levels waste regulation. establishment of waste management of recycling and to minimise the extraction The European Commission is aiming to strategies and plans and sets out the of additional natural resources. present a new, more ambitious circular It has been updated repeatedly in elements that must be contained within economy strategy late in 2015, to response to changes in the waste burden them. It also introduced statutory targets Proper waste management is a key transform Europe into a more competitive and waste management tools. The revised for preparing for re-use and recycling element in ensuring resource efficiency resource-efficient economy, addressing a EU Waste Framework Directive (2008/98/ of waste from households as well as and the sustainable growth of European range of economic sectors including waste. EC) (The revised WFD) seeks to position preparing for re-use, recycling and other countries. This reference guide has been An indicative Roadmap 9 for a Circular Page 132 Page the EU as a “recycling society”, with broad material recovery of construction and developed in the context of the relevant EU aims “to avoid waste generation and to use demolition waste. The requirements of the Environmental Directives and the current Economy Strategy was published by the waste” 4. revised WFD have been transposed into NI direction of EU policy towards life cycle European Commission in April 2015. legislation through the Waste Regulations thinking and a resource efficient Europe. The initiative is positioned as a direct Decoupling economic growth from the (NI) 2011 7. contribution to the objectives pursued environmental impacts associated with to give a new boost to jobs, growth and waste generation is a key objective of the investment and placed within the wider revised WFD. Stabilising waste generation context of the Commission’s commitment is no longer considered enough, waste towards sustainable development. Further, growth in Northern Ireland must now eco-industries and eco-innovation currently reverse 5. supply a third of the global market for green technologies, worth a trillion euro and expected to double by 2020, the initiative aims to reinforce this trend.

4 Waste Framework Directive (2008/98/EC) cited in DOENI: (2013): The Waste Prevention Programme for Northern Ireland, the Road to Zero Waste. 5 European Commission (2012): Preparing a Waste Prevention Programme, Guidance Document. 8 DOENI (2014): The Waste Prevention Programme for Northern Ireland 6 http://ec.europa.eu/environment/resource_efficiency/about/roadmap/index_en.htm 9 European Commission (2015) Circular Economy Strategy: 7 DOENI (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. http://ec.europa.eu/smartregulation/impact/planned_ia/docs/2015_env_065_env+_032_circular_economy_en.pdf

46 47 This approach explores synergies with The Economic Context policies relating to products or the development of well-functioning markets A circular economy means re-using, FIGURE 1 for secondary raw materials. It is advised repairing, refurbishing and recycling that the ambition should be stepped up existing materials and products. What by looking more strategically at waste used to be regarded as ‘waste’ can be management on the one hand, and related turned into a resource. The aim is to look key aspects of the value chain, which are beyond waste and to close the loop of the essential in order to “close the loop” of the circular economy. All resources need to be circular economy, on the other hand. managed more efficiently throughout their life cycle. The new initiative aims to establish a framework to overcome shortcomings and A circular economy aims to maintain create conditions for the development the value of materials and energy used of a circular economy. What is needed in products in the value chain for the Page 133 Page is a clear and ambitious political vision optimal duration, thus minimising waste combined with effective policy tools that and resource use. By preventing losses can drive real change on the ground 10. of value from material flows, it creates economic opportunities and competitive advantages on a sustainable basis 11.

Developing a circular economy has been identified as a route to improving resource efficiency 12. A circular economy (figure 1) is defined as an alternative to a traditional linear economy (make, use, dispose) in which we keep resources in use for as long as possible, extract the maximum value from them whilst in use, then recover and regenerate products and materials at the end of each service life.

10 Ibid. 11 European Commission (2015) Public Consultation on the Circular Economy: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/consultations/closing_the_loop_en.htm 12 http://www.wrap.org.uk/content/wrap-and-circular-economy

48 49 Figure 1 Also of relevance are: In terms of the limits of linear consumption These include amongst others: 17 It is widely accepted that waste is not only • Changing refuse collections/bin sizes, the report considered how recently, many • in modern manufacturing processes, a key environmental and social issue, it is • Reducing contamination within companies are noticing that this linear opportunities to increase efficiency still also an economic one. In 2012/13 recyclables (i.e. improving quality), system increases their exposure to risks exist, but the gains are largely local authorities collected over 900,000 • Getting more householders to use - most notably higher resource prices and incremental and insufficient to generate tonnes of municipal waste from businesses services correctly supply disruptions. The report discussed real competitive advantage or and households in Northern Ireland 13. • improved/enhanced communications, how the turn of the millennium marked the differentiation. • Reduced funding, and point when real prices of natural resources • Agricultural productivity is growing more The treatment and disposal not only • Structural alterations. began to climb upwards, essentially slowly than ever before, and soil fertility incurs a considerable cost to businesses erasing a century’s worth of real price and even the nutritional value of foods and householders, but places increasing Moreover, the adoption of a circular declines. are declining. stress on the use of raw materials, energy, economy is considered to offer significant • The risks to supply security and safety water and food. Although in recent years economic benefits; Defra calculates that At the same time, the Report pointed out, associated with long, elaborately Northern Ireland has seen a decline in the UK businesses could benefit by up to price volatility levels for metals, food and optimised global supply chains appear amount of waste generated, this does not £23 billion per year through low cost or non-food agricultural output in the first to be increasing. allow for complacency. no cost improvements in the efficient use decade of the 21st century were higher of resources, whilst McKinsey estimates than any single decade in the 20th century. As a result, business leaders are looking Guidance 14 from the European that the global value of resource efficiency for a better return and many are attracted Commission urges that stabilising waste could eventually reach $3.7 trillion The Report urged that if no action is taken, to an industrial model that decouples generation is no longer enough, waste per year 15. high price volatility will likely to be here to revenues from material input: the circular growth in Northern Ireland must now stay if growth is robust, populations grow economy 18. reverse. A keynote report 16 by the Ellen McArthur and urbanise, and resource extraction Foundation in 2014 stated that linear costs continue to rise. The vision is of a European economy consumption is reaching its limits. The that, by 2050, has grown and developed Report advised that a circular economy The Report further advised that three in such a way that respects resource has benefits that are operational as billion new middle-class consumers are constraints and planetary boundaries, well as strategic, on both a micro and expected to enter the market by 2030 and thus contributes to a global economic macroeconomic level. The report further and that price signals may not be strong transformation. A key milestone is not just advised that this is a trillion dollar or extensive enough to turn the situation

Page 134 Page to manage waste but to recognise it as opportunity, with huge potential for around fast enough to meet this growth a resource and thereby create a ‘circular innovation, job creation and economic requirement. economy’ with residual waste reduced as growth. far as possible. This will require greater The Report discussed other trends which focus on waste prevention followed by indicate that the power of the linear model increased recycling. is reaching its limits.

13 DOENI (2014): The Waste Prevention Programme for Northern Ireland, The Road to Zero Waste. 14 European Commission (2012): Preparing a Waste Prevention Programme, Guidance Document. 15 http://www.wrap.org.uk/content/wraps-vision-uk-circular-economy-2020 16 Ellen McArthur Foundation (2014): Towards the Circular Economy, Accelerating the scale-up across global supply chains. https://emf-packs.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Towards%20the%20Circular%20Economy%20vol%203/EMF_TCE3_24%20 17 Jan%202014.pdf?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIAITAQSOURJ2COPP2A&Signature=2lBOcsFLfCTRr3L7nCzXWPKmkzo%3D& Ibid. Expires=1490531890 18 Ibid.

50 51 Case Study 1 Case Study 2

:metabolon Richmond hill

:metabolon is Cologne University Set in the heart of the Irish Sea, of Applied Science’s teaching and the Isle of Man is recognised as research centre, and is located at a picturesque and independent the closed central landfill of the semirural community - home to 80,000 Bergischer Waste Management people 21. In the year 2000, the Isle Association in North-Rhine of Man Government’s Waste Plan Westphalia. :metabolon is reclaiming identified a hierarchy for dealing Page 135 Page landfill for research and amenity. with the island’s waste - to minimise, recycle, and recover energy through energy-from-waste, minimising the amount of waste being sent to landfill.

North-west Europe is a highly urbanised The raised part of the landfill includes To help achieve this, a contract was The secondary incinerator was designed and an industrially productive region that various activities such as mountain biking awarded to SITA Isle of Man to design, to process up to 5,000 tonnes of clinical, generates large volumes of waste. Current courses, walking routes, and children’s build, and operate an energy-from-waste animal and oil waste. processes for waste treatment primarily playground activities. The facilities include facility to divert waste from the island’s focus on energy recovery rather than educational and informational displays landfill sites. Energy from the process is harnessed recovering and utilising valuable materials on waste management and resource to produce renewable electricity for the from the waste stream. efficiency. The Richmond Hill energy-from-waste island - providing 10 per cent of the island’s facility was designed with the capacity to electricity needs. Innovation can be a drawn-out process, The visit to :metabolon, it is reported, ably handle the current levels of waste generated which prevents rapid transfer of new ideas demonstrated that waste management, by the Isle of Man homes and businesses, To save water the facility captures rainwater to the marketplace 19. research and community activities can guaranteeing the community’s self- that falls on the site for use within the co-exist within one site. This suggests sufficiency in the medium term. process and it recycles all the water used The closed landfill site contains waste a cultural change in public perception Completed in 2004, the entire facility on the plant. This innovative approach management, research and community towards waste - from a perceived hazard to - plant, equipment, management and reduces the demand for mains water by amenity space. Social and community a mature understanding of opportunities 20. control systems - is designed for maximum 40 per cent and negates the need for a activities have been woven into the site efficiency as well as safety. water discharge from the facility. while waste management activities such as sorting, segregation, baling, composting The facility has two incinerators. The Here you can view emissions information and anaerobic digestion take place around primary incinerator uses a water-cooled for the facility, see how much electricity is the central raised part of the landfill. grate allowing old tyres to be incinerated being generated and find out more about with the municipal waste stream. This line how the energy-from-waste process works. also includes a bulky waste shredder so that larger items of furniture can be incinerated.

19 http://www.engineersjournal.ie/renew-waste-innovation-project-sees-closed-landfill-opening -minds/ cited in briefing paper WPB 22/14 presented at the Waste Programme Board Meeting of the 3 December 2014. 20 Ibid. 21 http://www.sita.co.uk/services-and-products/local-authority-customers/public-private-partnerships/isle-of-man

52 53 The Circular Economy at a local level The landscape of waste, recycling and Recent analysis from WRAP identified Innovation Requirements are identified The concept of a circular economy is resource efficiency in NI has undergone opportunities that could bring NI closer to as: adding new raw materials, introducing gaining momentum in Northern Ireland. change in recent years. In 2001, more the 50% recycling target and, along with collection schemes, improving Key players in the waste sector in Northern than 90% of its household waste was sent work on reuse and waste prevention, communications and optimising both Ireland are becoming more aware of the to landfill; by 2012/13, nearly 40% was move it towards a more circular economy. the frequencies and the capabilities of opportunities of being more efficient in the recycled or composted. recycling and residual waste collections. way resources are used. These opportunities include This progress has not been easy and it is amongst others: 23 Every step along the way to achieving the In April 2014, The Chartered Institution apparent that despite the reduced costs, • increased and more effective kerbside 50% recycling target is considered an aid of Wastes Management (CIWM) greater efficiencies and employment collections of food waste - separate to stimulate the country’s circular economy: commissioned research entitled “The opportunities that a circular economy has and weekly collections are the best way creating jobs, new business opportunities, Circular Economy: What does it mean to offer, there is still a long way to go. to maximise the capture of food waste; reducing costs for local authorities, for the waste and resource management the two types of food waste also have avoiding the use of virgin materials, cutting sector?” 22 The stated intention of different treatment requirements. While greenhouse gas emissions and helping to the research was to seek a deeper recycling food waste is important, the prevent waste crime 24. understanding of and preparedness for focus should be on trying to prevent it in the circular economy from across a broad the first place. Recycling is necessary, range of the waste resources industry, but not sufficient to achieve a circular especially focussed on CIWM membership. economy. • improve the performance of existing The CIWM president, arc21’s Mr John kerbside dry recycling collections by Quinn, in his foreword to the report collecting all the key materials at the discussed CIWM’s potential role in kerbside - paper, card, plastic ‘operationalising’ the Circular Economy for packaging, cans and glass - and the sector. improve on existing capture rates. • increased household recycling centres (HWRCs) and bring-sites. Page 136 Page

23 http://www.mrw.co.uk/opinion/time-to-look-further-than-the-obvious/8672546.article 22 CIWM (2014): The Circular Economy: what does it mean for the waste and resource management sector? 24 Ibid.

54 55 the waste hierarchy

PREVENTION

SECTION 4 Waste Treatment Policies and Processes PREPARING FOR RE-USE Page 137 Page

RECYCLING The Waste Hierarchy The primary purpose of the Hierarchy is to minimise adverse environmental effects The Waste Hierarchy (as defined in Article from waste and to increase resource 3 of the revised (WFD) ranks waste efficiency in waste management and management activities in terms of their policy. environmental impact. Article 4 of the revised WFD sets out 5 steps in dealing Like all Member States, the UK needs RECOVERY with waste. The revised WFD requires the to apply this hierarchy as a priority order application of the revised hierarchy as a in waste prevention and management priority order in waste prevention. legislation and policy. The Waste Hierarchy is the cornerstone of EU waste policy and The Waste Hierarchy is a scale of waste legislation, and is cited as a core principle treatment options ranked from the of the revised 2013 ‘Delivering Resource DISPOSAL most desirable to the least desirable in Efficiency Strategy’25 . accordance with the impact they have upon the environment. The Waste Hierarchy is a priority order for waste management to be applied as At the top of the Hierarchy is the follows: 26 most favourable alternative, namely • Prevention PREVENTION RECOVERY prevention and minimisation of waste • Preparing for re-use Avoidance, reduction and re-use; using Anaerobic digestion, incineration with at source, followed by reuse, recycling • Recycling less hazardous materials (1) energy recovery, gasification and pyrolysis and composting, incineration with energy • Other recovery, e.g. energy recovery; which produce energy (fuels, heat and recovery and finally landfill which is widely and PREPARING FOR RE-USE power) and materials from waste. Some regarded as being the least favourable • Disposal. Checking, cleaning, refurbishing, repairing backfilling operations. option. whole items or spare parts. DISPOSAL RECYCLING Landfill and incineration without energy Turning waste into a new substance or recovery (2) 25 DOENI (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. product. Includes composting if it meets 26 Ibid. quality protocols.

56 57 The Waste Hierarchy ranks waste ‘Prevention’ is not technically a waste At each Lifecycle state there is a resource The network is to be designed to enable management options in terms of their management measure, as it occurs before and energy consumption, and impacts the EU as a whole to become self- environmental impact. “Waste prevention” a material or object becomes waste, the created. Life cycle thinking aims to sufficient in waste disposal and recovery is identified as the first tenet of the reduction of waste per capita, through minimise the negative impacts while and each Member State to move towards hierarchy and considered to represent re-use or other policy initiatives, is avoiding transferring the problem from this aim. The revised WFD requires the most efficient and sustainable use considered key to achieving the RE one life cycle stage to another. that the network shall enable waste to of resources. European Commission Roadmap milestone of turning potential be disposed of or, in the case of mixed 2012 Guidance 27 (EC 2012 Guidance) waste into a resource 31. Polluter Pays Principle municipal waste, recovered in one of describes re-use as an important part of The polluter pays principle, as explained in the nearest appropriate installations by this tenet, because it keeps the products The revised Waste Strategy advises that the revised Waste Strategy 34, is a guiding means of the most appropriate methods in the consumption sphere for a longer preparing for re-use has been introduced principle at EU level. The principle holds and technologies in order to ensure a high period and thus avoids the creation of as a new concept and the revised WFD that the waste producer and the waste level of protection for the environment and waste. Re-use, the Guidance states, ranks it above recycling in line with the aim holder should manage the waste in a way public health. implies that a product is used again for the of improving resource efficiency 32. The that guarantees a high level of protection same purpose for which it was originally revised WFD hierarchy was introduced to the environment and human health. However, it also makes clear that each conceived28. into NI Legislation through the Waste Member State does not have to possess Regulations (NI) 2011 and the Department Therefore the costs of waste management the full range of final recovery facilities. Next in the Hierarchy and explained by produced guidance on its application under should be borne by the original waste the EC 2012 Guidance is ‘preparing for regulation 17(5). In terms of departure producer, or by the current or previous Integration of Waste Streams re-use’, which contributes to the same from the Waste Hierarchy, this is permitted waste holders. Thus the full cost of In the context of the revised Waste purpose, but deals with products which where justified by Lifecycle thinking. providing services to manage waste is Strategy, integration of waste streams is have already been discarded by their last passed on to the waste generator. The EU defined as encouraging the development owner and are therefore formally waste Life Cycle Approach Landfill Directive reflects this principle in of waste management solutions that according to the definition provided by European Commission 2012 guidance requiring that the price to be charged for encompass all waste. The revised Article 3(1) of the WFD 29. describes Lifecycle thinking as a disposal of waste should as far as possible Waste Strategy advises that this ‘holistic’ fundamental change in product design cover the costs involved in the setting up, approach reflects the broader definition This Hierarchy level was introduced wherein the consumption of resources operation closure and aftercare. of municipal waste and seeks to explore to make waste operators aware of the and the environmental impact of products the potential benefits to be gained potential to divert products from the waste created during all phases of their Principles of Proximity and from co-treatment of different waste

Page 138 Page stream, as their sorting, cleaning and production, distribution, use and disposal Self-sufficiency streams, including the sharing of waste repair allows them to be used by someone are considered from the outset. The revised WFD, as discussed in the infrastructure 35. else. Preparing for re-use is therefore revised Waste Strategy, establishes regarded by the EC 2012 Guidance as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) principles of proximity and self-sufficiency In agreement with the European contributing to waste prevention in a wider is expressed as a strategy that encourages within the context of the requirement for Commission the way in which municipal sense and promotion of re-use has now producers to consider the Lifecycle of its Member States to establish an integrated waste is defined in NI has been been included in the present guidelines 30. products at the design stage by widening and adequate network of waste disposal broadened. Previously, the definition only their responsibility for the products they installations and installations for the included waste which was collected by create to include their post- consumer recovery of mixed municipal waste Councils but this has been changed to end-of-life 33. collected from households, including such include all waste from households and all waste collected from other producers, wastes of a similar nature and composition taking into account best available to waste from households, whoever techniques. collects it. As a result, the definition now 27 Ibid. includes commercial waste which is similar 28 Ibid. in nature to household waste. 29 Ibid. 30 Ibid. 31 DOENI (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. 32 Ibid. 34 33 European Commission Directorate- General Environment (2012): Preparing a Waste Prevention Programme, DOE (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. Guidance Document. 35 Ibid.

58 59 Waste Prevention The revised WFD required Member The Waste Prevention Programme Action 4 - Eco-Home Programme States to create national waste prevention for Northern Ireland was published in • Assessing the feasibility of expanding Waste Prevention is widely accepted programmes by 12 December 2013. Waste September 2014. The Programme outlines the Eco-Home Programme across as key to optimising resource efficiency prevention is the key driver for achieving that DOE NI is targeting prevention Northern Ireland; across all waste streams and is therefore a circular economy. The objective of these through 13 actions however it stops short at the top of the Waste Hierarchy. programmes is to present a co-ordinated of setting a headline target. Action 5 - Eco-Schools Programme national approach to waste prevention, • Continuing support for Eco-Schools The revised WFD, as discussed in delineating targets and policies with Actions are: 39 Programme (http://resource/co/ the 2013 NI Waste Strategy, defines the aim of decoupling economic growth resource-use/article/northern-ireland- prevention as ‘measures taken before from the environmental impacts of waste Action 1 - Stakeholder Forum primary-reaches-zero-waste-milestone) a substance or material or product has generation 37. • hosting a stakeholder forum on waste including the waste topic relating to become waste that reduces: 36 prevention by December 2014, which waste prevention and recycling; • The quantity of waste, including through Article 29 of the revised WFD requires will have a particular focus on the re-use of products or the extension Member States to: 38 establishing a repair and reuse network Action 6 - Carrier bag Levy of the life span of products; • Establish waste prevention programmes across Northern Ireland (this action • Extending the carrier bag levy (http:// Page 139 Page • The adverse impacts of the generated by December 2013, slipped due to budgetary constraints and resource.co/resource-use/article/carrier- waste on the environment and human • Assess existing national waste it is hoped that it will be actioned some bag-use-northern-ireland-drops-718cent- health; or prevention measures, time in 2015) ; following -levy 3256) to low-cost • The content of harmful substances in • Define national waste prevention reusable bags from January 2015; materials and products. objectives, Action 2 - Rethink Waste • Evaluate the suitability of the strategies Communications Campaign Action 7 - Support for Voluntary In effect, this reflects the need to promote for inclusion in national waste prevention • Developing a follow-up communications Agreements with Business sustainable consumption and production programmes, campaign to build on the initial Rethink • Working with partners to ensure that through improved product design and • Take appropriate measures to Waste campaign, which includes waste voluntary agreements with business on consumer behavioural change. Moreover, promote re-use, prevention messaging to residents. As waste and resource efficiency work well waste prevention also has an important • Support the establishment and food waste is considered a in Northern Ireland, and include a focus role in supporting measures to reduce the development of re-use and repair ‘priority’ waste stream to tackle, the on preventing waste; impact of climate change and in providing networks, as well as public procurement communications campaign will have a savings to householders and businesses. criteria and quantitative objectives for particular focus on preventing food Action 8 - Zero Waste Projects re-use, waste (and will support Love Food • Supporting zero waste projects through The RE Roadmap urges a transformation • Determine qualitative or quantitative Hate Waste campaign); the Rethink Waste Fund (http://resource. in attitudes to natural resources through benchmarks for waste prevention co/sustainability/article/voluntary-sector- greater re-use and the decoupling of measures, Action 3 - European Week of receives-recycling-funding-3257) economic growth from resource use. While • Adopt targets and indicators, if Waste Reduction it does not set specific targets for waste appropriate, to monitor and evaluate the • Continuing to support an annual waste Action 9 - Voluntary Construction reduction, it contains a milestone that success of waste prevention measures prevention week (http://resource.co/ Sector Schemes waste generated per capita should be in and progress towards objectives, and resource-use/article/european- • Periodically reviewing the effectiveness absolute decline by 2020. • Review and revise waste prevention weel-waste-reduction-launches) and of voluntary environmental schemes programmes at least every six years. promote waste prevention across local within the construction sector in government, the public sector, the third determining whether to consider sector, businesses, schools, and the statutory instruments in the future; public throughout Northern Ireland;

36 DOENI (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. 37 DOENI (2014): the Waste Prevention Programme for Northern Ireland - the Road to Zero Waste http://www.doeni.gov.uk/waste_prevention_programme_for_ni_2014-2.pdf 38 Ibid. 39 Ibid.

60 61 Action 10 - Voluntary Agreement for the The Department in the revised Waste The following table provides a summary Construction Sector Strategy commits to developing a Waste of advantages and disadvantages of • Working with partners and stakeholders Prevention Programme to consider the waste prevention: 41 to develop a Northern Ireland- scope for a common approach on Waste appropriate voluntary agreement as a Prevention initiatives with Ireland. The follow-up to ‘Halving Waste to Landfill’; Department further advises that Waste Advantages Disadvantages Prevention Programmes will be reviewed of Waste Prevention of Waste Prevention Action 11 - Reuse and Repair Network and revised every 6 years 40. • Working with partners to develop a reuse and repair network throughout While it is accepted that ‘Prevention’ is not • Councils can lead by example, • investment required to bring about Northern Ireland, supporting reuse and technically a waste management measure, facilitating industry and other sectors waste reduction in some preparing for reuse infrastructure; as it occurs before a material or object • Environmental and other cost manufacturing processes could have becomes waste, the reduction of waste savings associated with production an unacceptably long payback Action 12 - Support to the Third Sector per capita, through re-use or other policy (including raw materials, energy, period • Reviewing the Rethink Waste Fund initiatives is key to achieving the Resource transport and processing) • Focussing on the minimisation (http://resource.co/sustainability/article/ Efficient Roadmap milestone of turning • Reduced disposal needs and costs of solid waste alone could result in voluntary-sector-receives-recycling- potential waste into a resource. • Reduction collection needs and an increase in other (aqueous or funding-3257) to provide appropriate costs gaseous) wastes. support to the Third Sector to enable Although many of the actions necessary • Reduced hazardousness of waste business growth and capacity to be to directly influence levels of waste expanded. This will seek to provide production are beyond the direct powers of access to capital funding and to offer Local Authorities, councils can play a vital grants over one to three years to the coordinating, facilitating and leadership third sector; and role for the various waste producing sectors in their areas. This is likely to Action 13 - Reuse Quality Assurance include long term education programmes • Working with Partners to: influence and publicity campaigns. To be most supply chains to promote reuse, effective, awareness and strategies develop business models to assist reuse should utilise a range of public awareness Top tip

Page 140 Page businesses; and promote reuse initiatives adapted to local circumstances. assurance standards. Locally, the Department of the Environment will seek They should also take into account location to work with and support stakeholders - whether rural or urban - and if there to increase the reuse of electronic and are any particular socio-demographic electrical equipment, and will assist the characteristics, which may affect the development of new business models success of their campaign. Local with partners for reuse schemes and Councils’ procurement policies should promote standards such as PAS1412. also aim to ensure waste generation is minimised. Councils should procure goods and services manufactured with minimum waste and which will minimise the generation of waste throughout their lifecycles.

40 Ibid. 41 RPS Consulting (2006): North West Region Waste Management Group Waste Management Plan.

62 63 Re-use and Preparing for Re-use The revised WFD requires Member States Re-use and Repair Further, estimations suggested that about to take measures to promote the re-use A 2010 WRAP report, “Reuse of Bulky 23,000 tonnes of this would realistically Preparing for re-use has been introduced of products. The revised Waste Strategy Waste in Northern Ireland: Opportunities be reusable. In 2007/08 Furniture Reuse as a new concept and the revised WFD advises that in line with this increasing for Growth” showed that there were Organisations (FROs) diverted just over ranks it above recycling in line with the emphasis on re-use, the European significant opportunities to increase 1,000 tonnes of bulky items to reuse. aim of improving resource efficiency. The Commission has committed to, by 2016, re-use activities. The report estimated the Based on likely market demand for revised WFD draws a clear distinction examine the case for a mandatory 5% re- amount of bulky household waste arising material, and increased local authority between ‘re-use’ and ‘preparing for re-use’. use target to be shown separately from the in Northern Ireland at approximately activity in cooperation with FROs, it was The distinction, as discussed in Defra’s recycling target level in respect of Waste 80,000 tonnes per year. suggested that a further 3,100 tonnes 2012 guidance,42 on the legal definition of Electrical and Electronic Equipment 45. could be diverted for re-use 48. waste and its application, is that the former is an activity which does not involve waste The Environment Agency has produced a and the latter is an activity which does number of regulatory position statements involve waste. relating to re-use.

Page 141 Page The revised WFD defines these terms There is a recognised need to support as follows: 43 and encourage the establishment and • ‘re-use’ means any operation by which continuation of re-use and repair networks Case Study 3 products or components that are throughout Northern Ireland and the not waste are used again for the same potential for co-operation through these Banbridge Council purpose for which they were networks on an all-island basis.46 The conceived; and expansion of re-use and repair networks The council noted that there were • ‘Preparing for re-use’ means checking, will promote the development of social large numbers of quality items cleaning or repairing recovery enterprises at a community level and disposed of at household waste operations, by which products or stimulate opportunities for green jobs 47. recycling centres (HWRC). The components of products that have Council decided that the HWRC’s become waste are prepared so that The case for re-use is considered two- were the ideal place to set up a they can be re-used without any other fold; as not only does it divert waste from reuse and refurbishment scheme pre-processing; landfill, it also contributes to significant with environmental and social carbon savings when compared with benefits for the local community. Examples of preparing products or recycling. For the re-use market to grow http://www.wrap.org.uk/sites/files/ components for re-use include: electrical there has to be social acceptance and wrap/Case_study_1_-_Banbridge.pdf equipment, furniture and carpets; bikes; confidence in the quality of goods being paint and clothing. The revised Waste sold. DOENI had committed to supporting Strategy gives a commitment to encourage the development of a certificated re-use partnerships between Councils and voluntary quality assurance scheme and the Third Sector in the development of to work with DECLG in assessing the schemes to promote preparing for re-use 44. feasibility of introducing a scheme on an all-island basis.

42 Defra (2012): Guidance on the legal definition of waste and its application. 43 European Commission (2008): http://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32008L0098&from=EN 44 DOE (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. http://www.do eni.gov.uk/wms_2013.pdf 45 DOE (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. 46 Ibid. 47 Ibid. 48 WRAP (2010): Reuse of Bulky Waste in Northern Ireland, Opportunities for Growth.

64 65 Industrial Symbiosis The revised Waste Strategy highlights that Obtaining data on re-use activities With the inclusion of “re-use”, as part there will be increasing potential for such In terms of assessing progress towards of waste prevention, and “preparing for commercial opportunities to be grasped in the aim of waste prevention (including re-use” in the revised Waste Hierarchy, the years ahead as businesses focus on re-use) understanding and measuring the revised Waste Strategy discuses cost savings, compliance with statutory re-use activities is important. how industrial symbiosis will play an obligations and achieving corporate goals. increasingly relevant role in delivering targets and objectives with resource A guide for businesses in Northern Advantages Disadvantages efficiency at its core49 . Ireland can be accessed at: http://www. of Preparing for Reuse of Preparing for Reuse international-synergiesni.com/wp-content/ Industrial symbiosis, as defined by WRAP, uploads/2014/10/204221-Industrial- is an association between two or more Symbosis_WEB.pdf • Environmental and other cost • The environmental costs associated industrial facilities or companies in which savings associated with production with the infrastructure and transport the wastes or by-products of one become (including raw materials, energy, needed for return/refilling systems the raw materials for another 50. transport and processing) as many could outweigh the environmental single trip products are replaced with benefits of re-use Industrial symbiosis can help reusable ones • The costs and practical difficulties of companies: • Cost savings for business and the collection, transport and cleansing • Reduce raw material and waste consumer as reusable products need • Reduced market opportunities for disposal costs less frequent replacement than disposable products • Earn new revenue from residues single trip products • increased material use as re-usable and by-products • Reduced disposal needs and costs products may need to be more • Divert waste from landfill and reduce • Reduced collection needs and costs robust than single trip products carbon emissions • New market opportunities produced • Not possible for local authorities • Open up new business opportunities e.g. refillable products to control

As in the natural world, this type of industrial synergy brings advantages to both parties, and is usually done for both

Page 142 Page commercial and environmental reasons.

The revised Waste Strategy considers Invest NI’s Sustainable Productivity Programme and how within this industrial Top tip symbiosis activity joins businesses and industries from all sectors to identify and maximise opportunities for the commercial exchange of commodities including for example water, waste and energy as well as logistics and expertise.

49 DOE (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. 50 http://www.wrap.org.uk/content/what-industrial-symbiosis

66 67 Recycling It is worth noting that WRAP launched a Markets for recycled products therefore The revised WFD made provisions refreshed Recycle Now Campaign in June need to be further developed and the for Member States to set up separate After Waste prevention, including re-use, 2015. Local authorities can access a range demand for recycled products increased. collections of waste for at least paper, the next priority is to separate waste of new free-to-use promotional materials Demand for products made of recyclable metal, plastic and glass by 2015. materials for recycling. This not only aimed at encouraging householders to materials can be low due to the perception reduces the environmental impact of recycle. of poorer quality and in some cases more Additionally, householders can take their waste, but also reduces the demand on expensive final products 55. recyclables to bring banks or drop- natural resources. Recycling is defined Further information on this can be off facilities or to a civic amenity (CA) in the revised WFD as ‘any recovery accessed at: http://www.letsrecycle. The collection and sorting of recyclable site or a Household Waste Recycling operation by which waste materials are com/news/latest-news/wrap-launches- materials also needs to be considered Centre (HWRC). Bring banks are usually reprocessed into products, materials refreshed-recycle-now-campaign/ and there are a number of collection and unstaffed and located at points the public or substances whether for the original processing systems to promote greater already travel to, such as shopping centres or other purposes’. It includes the Benefits of Recycling recovery and recycling of waste materials. and petrol stations. CA/HWRC sites are reprocessing of organic material but Recycling some materials can have The main dry recyclables for which dedicated (usually staffed) facilities where does not include energy recovery and greater benefits than others and this markets can be developed are identified: general household waste, garden waste, Page 143 Page reprocessing materials that are to be used also depends on the type of recycling paper, cardboard, glass, certain plastics, dry recyclables, bulky and hazardous as fuels or for backfilling operations’51 . undertaken. “Closed loop” recycling, textiles and metals. Additionally, organic household wastes can be deposited. In the process by which recycled materials waste can be biologically treated to these cases the recycling is generally The revised Waste Strategy aims to are used for the same purpose, is much produce a compost or similar product 56. referred to as source segregated recycling. increase materials resource efficiency better for the environment than open loop through the promotion of recycling of waste recycling, where the recycled material is In a number of ways recyclable The revised WFD requires Member based on a life cycle approach which ‘downgraded’. Recycling materials which materials can be separated and States to ‘take measures to promote balances consumption and production. have the potential to reduce carbon impact collected: 57 high quality recycling and, to this end, A strong emphasis, will be on ensuring that the most, such as food, paper/card, dense shall set up separate collections of waste manufacturers, retailers and importers take plastics, textiles and non-ferrous metals Kerbside collections: recyclable where technically, environmentally and responsibility for the costs of treatment are deemed to be the priority 54. materials are separated by the economically practicable and appropriate and recycling of their products when they householder and collected at the kerbside. to meet the necessary quality standards for become waste in line with the ‘polluter Recycling conserves natural resources Kerbside collections can be carried out at the relevant recycling sectors. Subject to pays principle’ 52. and can save on waste disposal charges. the same time as normal refuse collection Article 10(2), by 2015 separate collection It usually requires less energy than the but recyclable materials are placed in a shall be set up for at least the following: The common idea behind recycling, as use of virgin materials and reduces separate container. The term ‘kerbside’ paper, metal, plastic and glass 58.’ further discussed in EC 2012 Guidance 53, demand for landfill and thermal treatment tends to be used to cover a range of is that a waste material is processed in plants, preventing the emission of many collection points, ranging from ‘door to The revised WFD also requires Member order to allow it to be used again for the greenhouse gases and water pollutants. door collections to collections at the States to recycle 50% of waste from same or other applications. Moreover, the Recycling creates new opportunities for boundary of a property. Material collections households by 2020 and to recover 70% explicit goal of the revised WFD is that the employment in the areas of collection, normally encourage householders to of construction and demolition waste by EU should become more of a ‘recycling treatment and reprocessing of recyclable deposit a mixture of dry recyclables into a 2020 59. society’, seeking to avoid waste generation materials, particularly where new uses dedicated wheelie bin or to deposit into a and to use waste as a resource. and applications for materials can be box. These systems generally collect the developed. same materials but in the former, materials are sorted at a facility such as a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) and in the latter, materials tend to be sorted at kerbside.

55 Arc 21 (2014): Waste Management Plan. 51 European Commission (2012): Guidance on the Interpretation of key provisions of Directive 2008/98/EC on Waste. 56 Ibid. 52 DOENI (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. 57 Ibid. 53 Ibid. 58 Waste Framework Directive 2008/98/EC, cited in Arc21 (2014) Waste Management Plan. 54 DOE (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy. 59 Arc21 (2014): Waste Management Plan.

68 69 Quality of Recyclates The intention is that the Code will assist the End of Waste and the development of Processing of Organic Waste - The revised Waste Strategy also provides courts, when hearing cases under Article 5 Quality Protocols Composting guidance on the quality of recyclates and of the 1997 Order, in determining whether The revised Waste Strategy sets Organic waste can be treated by either of discusses how promoting high quality the persons subject to the Duty took challenging levels for recycling and two biological processes - aerobic and recycling can facilitate increased ‘closed reasonable measures to comply with it. composting LACMW, which is effectively anaerobic. Aerobic processing, more loop’ recycling which is more resource a framework under which all possible commonly known as composting, is efficient. In July 2014 a revised Waste Management segregated recycling and composting can recycling of the organic fraction of waste Duty of Care Code of Practice for Northern be considered. Developments in recycling in the presence of air, whilst anaerobic Its importance is further considered in Ireland was published 62. The purpose of technologies, such as more advanced processing is a recovery process in the terms of how it can help support growth the Code of Practice is to provide practical screening and sorting equipment, has absence of air. and the green economy by maximising guidance for everyone subject to the Duty meant that a wider range of municipal the economic value of the waste material of Care. The ‘Duty of Care’ enshrines in waste streams are now suitable for Key sources of organic wastes collected. It can also help increase public law the requirement for all who import, recycling. include: garden waste, kitchen waste, participation in recycling. produce, collect, carry, keep, treat, dispose organic waste from food processing of, broker in, deal in and process controlled The revised WFD sets out ‘end of waste’ businesses, institutions or hotels, timber The Department gives a commitment waste to manage that waste correctly conditions that must be met, and the and agricultural waste, wastewater and low to work with the waste management by storing it properly, transferring it only European Commission has subsequently grade paper waste. industry to produce transparent, robust to the appropriate people and ensuring published end of waste criteria for iron, and consistent information on quality to that when it is transferred it is sufficiently steel and aluminium scrap. Where end Composting typically takes 50-60 days facilitate the proper functioning of the well described to enable its safe recovery of waste criteria have not been set at and reduces the bulk of original materials recyclate markets 60. or disposal without endangering human EU level, Member States may develop by 40-50%. The ideal input material for a health or harming the environment 63. their own. Accordingly, the NIEA have, compost product is clean organic waste, Duty of Care since 2009, been participating in the such as arises from gardening. Waste Management: the Duty of Care - The actions contained in the Code that development of a UK Quality Protocols A Code of Practice for Northern Ireland are preceded by ‘must’, form the statutory programme. Quality Protocols set out how Composting can be carried out at home or is issued by the Department of the sections of the code. to fully recover waste from a particular on a larger scale. Commercial operations Environment in accordance with Article stream and turn it into a quality product. may be windrow (garden waste only) or 5(9) of the Waste and Contaminated Land As well as setting out the general in-vessel (food and garden waste). (Northern Ireland) Order 1997 61. The Code requirements of the Duty of Care, the It defines the point at which waste

Page 144 Page is required by law under Article 5 of the Code is split into a series of sections ceases to be waste and can be used as a Some composting programs require 1997 Order. Breach of the Duty of Care is covering: 64 product without the requirement for waste source separation of organic compostables often an offence, which, ultimately, may • waste producers, management controls. By following quality by participating residents and businesses, result in prosecution which on summary • waste carriers, controls producers can be confident that for example separation of garden from conviction is liable to be a fine not • waste managers, they are producing quality products from kitchen waste while others accept a mixed exceeding the statutory maximum or, an • waste brokers, waste, providing confidence for end-users stream and separate non-compostables at unlimited fine if convicted on indictment. • waste dealers, and; that the products are certified to relevant a centralized facility. Educational programs • householders standards and do not fall under waste are a critical aspect of source separated In such cases, the Code is admissible as regulatory controls. Compliance with composting systems, since such programs evidence in court and the court shall take it quality protocols is voluntary. depend on residents to accomplish much into account in determining any question to of the separation. which it appears to be relevant. If producers do not comply with the quality protocol in full, the material will still be regarded as waste and the onward transfer and use of the waste will be subject to the requirements of the Waste Management 60 DOENI (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, A Waste Management Strategy for Northern Ireland. Licensing Regulations (NI) 2003 as 61 NIEA (2014): Waste Management The Duty of Care - Code of Conduct. amended. 62 Ibid. http://www.doeni.gov.uk/duty_of_care_-_code_of_practice_2014.pdf 63 Ibid. http://www.doeni.gov.uk/duty_of_care_-_code_of_practice_2014.pdf 64 Ibid.

70 71 As discussed in DOENI 2011 Guidance on Comingled collections will be allowed Turned aerobic windrow composting, This flexibility allows for different mixes to ‘Applying the Waste Hierarchy: Evidence where they ensure the amount of food IVC and static piles may be considered be composted, based on the availability of Summary’, 65 the relative merits of waste collected is not “significantly less” conventional methods of composting. feed materials. The compostable materials composting, and energy recovery options than would be if it had been collected Static windrow composting is a newer must be screened or handpicked for non- other than anaerobic digestion, depend separately. idea still being tested that allows aerobic biodegradable materials and then chipped, on the compost being used in place of composting to take place without the ground, or shredded into uniform particles fertiliser or peat. Research has found that At the time of writing the indication need for turning. In-vessel and windrow that will decompose quickly. composting green waste offers greenhouse was that a TEEP argument will not be composting can also feature in Mechanical gas savings which are on a par with included in the legislation to allow potential Biological Treatment processes as a In addition to commercial composting, energy recovery 66. Energy recovery can exemptions to the separate collection stabilising treatment for organic material composting on a small to medium scale avoid more air pollution, since burning food requirements and bans. , as explained below un the heading may be carried out by voluntary/community waste avoids using fossil fuels. However, ‘Mechanical Biological Treatment’. and environmental organisations and composting avoids more water pollution Composting systems social enterprises, which collect and where use of artificial fertilisers is avoided. Many types of food waste collected by compost food and garden waste from A number of other composting systems district councils and private contractors are local houses and businesses. Businesses Page 145 Page Separation of Food Waste - exist. These are as follows: not suitable for windrow composting. can compost on site but even if they don’t Current Debate • Turned aerobic windrow composting move food waste to or from the site, they In September 2013, the DOENI consulted • Static aerobic windrow composting Although carbon to nitrogen ratios and must comply with the relevant legislation 69. on proposals for restrictions for the • Static pile moisture content must be considered Landfill of food waste and associated draft for all freed material for composting, the In most cases where food waste is being legislation. It has since been indicated that The traditional turned aerobic windrow composition of feed materials is less composted or aerobically digested on a landfill and sewage bans and separate method of composting is the predominant critical for in-vessel systems than it is for site other than the premises of origin, the collection requirements for food waste method of composting used within windrow or aerated static pile systems. operation will also need to comply with in Northern Ireland will be introduced by the United Kingdom. However, for the relevant Animal By-Products Legislation 70. 2017. composting of non-green MSW and commercial waste, it is not necessarily The Department has confirmed a series of the most appropriate method to use. measures that it intends to take to recover The introduction of Animal By-Product Advantages Disadvantages food waste. Regulations (2003) demands all catering of Centralised Composting of Centralised Composting and food waste should treated to required 67 They include: specifications and temperatures in • Reduced Disposal needs • Generation of odours • A landfill ban on separately collected In-vessel (IVC) systems. • Removes organic waste from landfill, • Generation of spores and fungi food waste from April 2015 so reducing methane emissions and • Generation of liquid effluent • The segregation of food waste for large IVC allows collected food waste to be potential groundwater contamination • Limited markets for compost based businesses (more than 50kg a week) composted on a large scale. It can produce • Reduces the use of natural products, although these markets 68 from April 2016 and for smaller composts meeting quality standards resources such as peat and are developing businesses (between 5kg and 50kg a which can be used as an alternative materials used to produce artificial • variability of composting materials week) from April 2017 to inorganic fertilisers and peat-based fertiliser and products • A ban on the discharge of food waste products. • Potential social/community benefits into sewage from April 2017 • The provision of food waste bins to households by councils from April 2017

65 DOE NI (2011): Applying the Waste Hierarchy: Evidence Summary. 66 Kranert, M., Gottschall, R., Burns, C. Hafner. (2010) Energy or compost from green waste? A CO2-based assessment. Waste Management. 67 http://www.mrw.co.uk/news/northern-ireland-presses-ahead-with-food-waste-rules/8665274.article 69 http://wwww.doeni.gov.uk/niea/waste-home/regulations-legs.htm 68 BSI PAS 100: 2011 http://www.organics-recycling.org.uk 70 http://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/2011/124/contents/made

72 73 Processing of Organic Waste - Although AD can process garden wastes, Like most treatment processes, there will Government control standards such as Anaerobic Digestion too much garden waste in the mix reduces be some emissions from AD. However, Animal By-products Regulations will Anaerobic Digestion (AD) is the the yield of biogas, as a substance called air emissions are low due to the enclosed determine if residue can be spread on biodegradation of organic waste in lignin which is found in woody materials nature of the process, though combustion the land. The usefulness of AD as a the absence of oxygen. It is effectively does not break down without oxygen. AD of the biogas will produce some nitrogen stand-alone waste treatment method is a controlled and enclosed version of can also complement composting systems oxides. However, emissions from AD-CHP questionable. However, AD can play a anaerobic breakdown of organic waste in by treating biodegradable waste that can’t are generally lower than other forms of significant role as a stabilising treatment landfill which releases methane. be processed through windrow composting waste disposal. The health risk from the for organic wastes in Mechanical Biological (e.g. cooked kitchen waste and animal by- solid and liquid residue from the AD plant Treatment processes, as explained Almost any organic material can be products). should be low as long as source-separated under the heading ‘Mechanical Biological processed with AD, including: waste is being used (i.e. no chemical Treatment’. • MSW DOENI 2011 Guidance 71 states that the contaminants are entering the system • Green/botanical wastes combination of digestate and biogas from other waste). • Sewage sludge outputs means that AD is environmentally • Organic farm wastes preferable to composting. The Guidance • Organic industrial and points out that this departs from the Advantages Disadvantages commercial wastes normal order of the waste hierarchy. The of AD of AD biogas from an AD plant can be burnt in Energy a combined heat and power (CHP) plant, • A well-managed AD system will • Significant capital and operational AD produces a biogas made up of generating renewable-only heating. The aim to maximise methane costs around 60 per cent methane and 40 per process is deemed to be better than production, but not release any • Unlikely AD will be viable as an cent carbon dioxide. This can be burnt carbon neutral because it contains the gases into the atmosphere, thereby energy source alone to generate heat or electricity or can be methane gas from the natural degradation reducing overall emissions. • Cost of separation from used as a vehicle fuel. If used to generate of organic materials to provide fossil fuel • Provides a source of energy with unsustainable wastes electricity the biogas needs to be cleaned. free renewable energy. no net increase in atmospheric • Requires careful screening to remove It can then power the AD process to be carbon which contributes to climate contaminants, particularly metals added to the national grid and provide heat This would otherwise be released into change. • Requires controlled conditions and for homes. the atmosphere to become a greenhouse • Feed stock for AD is a renewable careful management to optimise gas gas and is some twenty one times worse source and therefore does not production

Page 146 Page As well as biogas, AD produces a solid than carbon dioxide. AD is considered a deplete finite fossil fuels. • Produces residue that may require liquid called digestate which can be used particularly fine example of a sustainable • Use of digestate decreases landfilling as a soil conditioner to fertilise land. process because it represents a closed use of synthetic fuels in fertiliser • Gas may require clean-up prior to The amount of biogas and the quality of loop for plant nutrients as well as carbon manufacturing, which is an energy use. 72 digestates obtained will vary according dioxide . As plants can be small and low intensive process to the waste fed into the process. More rise so may be situated in towns, reducing • Up to 80% reduction in waste odour gas will be produced if the waste is haulage distances and associated traffic • Converts residues into potentially putrescible, which means it is more liable pollutants. They are likely to be more marketable products - biogas, soil to decompose. Sewage and manure yield acceptable to local communities than conditioner, liquid fertiliser less biogas as the animal which produced larger waste management facilities. AD • Suitable for many highly flammavble, it has already taken out some of the also produces less air and solid emissions volatile, toxic and infectious waste energy content. than incineration, landfill and pyrolysis streams which should not be and gasification. landfilled • Prevents putrescible waste from being landfilled and as result can help reduce the production of landfill gas and leachate. • Reduces demand for landfill, other

71 DOE NI (2011): Applying the Waste Hierarchy: Evidence Summary. waste management capacity. 72 Severn Wye): Biogas Regions and introduction to Biogas and Anaerobic Digestion.

74 75 Recovery Options The objective 75 of MHT is to separate a mixed waste stream into several component Advantages Disadvantages Mechanical Biological Treatment (MBT)/ parts using mechanical and thermal of MBT of MBT Mechanical Heat Treatment (MHT) (including steam) based technologies. Mechanical Biological Treatment is a This provides further options for recycling, • Even with a successful kerbside • Dry recyclables separated out during residual waste treatment process that recovery and in some instances biological scheme in place there will be some the process will be of poor quality involves both mechanical and biological treatment. The processes also sanitise recyclable material in the residual compared to that collected by treatment processes. The aim of MBT as waste, by destroying bacteria present, and waste - these will be captured at the kerbside or bin-bank schemes. a waste management tool is to minimise reduce moisture content. Autoclaving is a mechanical treatment stage. • Large scale plants draw in waste the environmental impact associated with form of MHT. Glass and metals derived from • it reduces the volume of residual from a wide area, contradicting the the end disposal of biodegradable wastes some MHT processes have the potential waste and therefore the landfill proximity principle. and to obtain additional value from the to be significantly cleaner than those from space taken, thus reducing the cost • MBT plants with long term contracts input waste by the recovery of recyclable MBT processes due to the action of steam to the local authority of disposal. may demand a fixed tonnage of materials, such as metal and glass, and in cleaning, which can remove glues and • Potential hazardous waste waste that could undermine recycling the form of ‘compost’ and in some cases, labels. Other recyclables such as plastics contaminants of the waste stream, and waste minimisation efforts in Page 147 Page biogas and/or a waste-derived solid fuel. may also be extracted from some systems. such as batteries, solvents, paints, the area. fluorescent light bulbs etc, will not • Although the biodegradability of the In the initial stage, bulky materials and However, most plastic materials are reach municipal landfill sites due waste has been reduced via the recyclables are removed and the remainder deformed by the heat of the MHT process, to the sorting of the waste prior to MBT process, not all of the residue of the waste is homogenised and if some to a greater extent than others, treatment. will be considered inert. necessary moistened. Biological treatment potentially making them more difficult to • it reduces the biodegradability of the is then used to stabilise raw materials, and recycle in some instances. Both MBT and waste, thus helping local authorities hence reduce the biodegradability, and MHT produce outputs often described as complying with their landfilling obtain a mineralised produce through the Compost Like Outputs (CLO), and they can Directives. biodegradation of organic constituents. The produce Solid Recovery Fuel (SRF). SRF, • Stabilisation of the waste reduces biological treatment may be either in the depending on its characteristics, can be side-effects at the landfill site such form of aerobic composting or anaerobic used in industrial combined heat and power as odour, dust and windblown paper 73 digestion . production, cement kilns, purpose-built waste and plastics. combustion plants, co-firing with other fuels • The plants tend to be modular. They The first MBT plants were developed with (e.g. coal in power stations), and treatment are made up of small units which the aim of reducing the environmental in advanced thermal technologies, such as can be added or taken away as impact of landfilling residual waste. pyrolysis and gasification. SRF is classified waste streams or volumes change. MBT therefore complements, but does as a waste and therefore any facility using • Plants can be built on a small scale, not replace, other waste management the fuel is subject to requirements of the which would not drag waste in from a 76 technologies such as recycling and Waste Incineration Directive . large surrounding area. composting as part of an integrated • Process produces an additional 74 waste management system . SRF can then be sent to a fuel user. source of fuel, which could be used Industrial and commercial users may prefer to service energy recovery facility or Recyclables derived from the various SRF to be untreated residual waste, either could be used in appropriate third MBT processes are typically of a lower as a consequence of how untreated waste is party applications, such as a cement quality than those derived from a separate perceived or because of practical, technical kiln, if available. household recyclate collection system and issues related to a refined fuel’s energy therefore have a lower value. efficiency and compatibility with storage and transportation conditions on industrial sites.

73 ADOENI (2011): Applying the Waste Hierarchy: Evidence Summary. 74 Ibid. 75 Ibid. 76 Directive 2000/76/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 December 2000 on the incineration of waste.

76 77 Thermal Treatment, Energy from Waste Pyrolysis and gasification plants generally In conclusion, residual waste may also be The revised Waste Strategy recognises - Gasification and Pyrolysis operate on a smaller scale that that which a suitable feedstock for the production of that residual waste has value in terms of is demanded by a mass burn incinerator renewable transport biofuels, renewable recovery and energy and as such states Gasification and Pyrolysis are related and therefore capital costs are smaller. heat, power and /or renewable chemicals support for ‘efficient energy recovery technologies: 77 through advanced biofuels and biorefinery from residual waste in accordance • Gasification is the heating of organic The plants tend to be modular in design, technologies. There is some evidence that with the waste hierarchy which can materials, including mixed waste or i.e. they are made up of small units these can provide greenhouse gas savings deliver environmental benefits, reduce biomass at high temperatures (above which can be added to or taken away as relative to other technologies and reduce carbon impacts and provide economic 700oC) with a reduced amount of waste streams or volume changes (e.g. the demand for resources, but that further opportunities’ 82. oxygen and/or steam. increased recycling) and are, therefore, evidence is needed to compare other • Pyrolysis is a similar high temperature considered more flexible than mass-burn environmental impacts. decomposition process, but is carried incinerators. out in the absence of oxygen. This process requires an external heat Where MBT(and by analogy, MHT) outputs Advantages Disadvantages source to maintain the temperature are used as fuel (not replacing coal) or of Gasification of Gasification required. landfilled, the evidence comparing MBT and direct energy recovery, which suggests • Produces gas for energy production • Not commercially proven for MSW/ The outputs from both gasification and that unless the rate of energy recovery • Reduces demand for landfill and household waste pyrolysis comprise a solid residue and a is low, MBT comes below incineration in other waste management capacity • May be considered similar to synthetic gas (syngas). The solid residue the waste hierarchy 78. Moreover, where • Uses low emission technology incineration and as a result of is a combination of non-combustible MBT outputs are used to generate SRF negative public perceptions this can materials and carbon. The combustible to replace coal (e.g. in co-combustion lead to planning problems part can then be burned to produce or cement kilns), it is considered more • Gas is often low in heating value electricity. The gas can be burned advantageous 79. • A high level of commitment independently in a boiler, engine or gas to gasification may inhibit waste turbine to produce electricity. Pyrolysis The 2011 Guidance also points out how minimisation and recycling also yields a char which could be used to evidence on the relative merits is limited • A limited number of technology replace coal in certain applications. Some and cites that Eunomia (2006) and suppliers pyrolysis processes produce gasses that Papageorgiou et al (2009) suggest that

Page 148 Page can be condensed into a liquid fuel. MBT is preferable to combustion, whereas There are other technologies such as the Environment Agency Wales (2008) plasma arc gasification, but the majority of suggested that MBT is less preferable Advantages Disadvantages these are still in their development stage than energy recovery at this stage 80. The of Pyrolysis of Pyrolysis for dealing with mixed waste. use of Combined Heat and Power (CHP) technologies can improve efficiency of • Produces a gas/liquid for energy • Not commercially proven for MSW/ each of these treatment routes and may production household waste change this ranking, depending on the • Reduces demand for landfill and • Can be difficult to transfer heat to combinations being compared 81. other waste management capacity. feedstock • Unlikely to be suitable for the direct degradation of untreated municipal solid waste • Can be difficult to control product quality • A high level of commitment 77 DOENI (2011): Applying the Waste Hierarchy: Evidence Summary. to gasification may inhibit waste 78 Ibid. minimisation and recycling 79 Ibid. 80 Ibid. 81 Ibid. 82 DOENI (2013): Delivering Resource Efficiency, A Waste Management Strategy for Northern Ireland.

78 79 Incineration with Energy Recovery Typically during controlled combustion Although there has been some attention in Disposal Methods Incineration is a waste treatment in the presence of oxygen, the organic relation to the emissions to the atmosphere technology that involves the combustion component of the waste is oxidised to form and the potential for perceived risks to Landfill of waste materials. Incineration and other CO2 and water, and the solid residues are human health, studies have not proven any Landfill is currently the most common high temperature waste treatment systems mineralised into ash. link between EfW and health, particularly means of dealing with residual waste in are also often also described as ‘thermal incidences of cancer associated with the UK, and this continues to be the most treatment’. Incineration is the most well There are a variety of different dioxins. unsustainable waste management option. known thermal process. technologies, (for example, moving grate Landfill can be simply defined as the and fluidised bed) which can produce The UK review of the health effects of disposal of solid municipal waste to land. During incineration the waste is burnt in the energy from waste by burning mixed Waste management (of solid wastes) 86 This is usually carried out under anaerobic presence of oxygen at a high temperature MSW material. Metals are extracted identified that the health risks of a modern conditions and results in the generation - normally above 850oC. The process after combustion has taken place, and EfW plant are small compared with other of landfill gas and leachate. Government produces steam which can be used to bottom ash produced can be used as known human health risks, and that EfW policy, as discussed in the DOENI 2011 generate electricity and heat; wastes that an aggregate replacement. Air pollution remains an option for dealing with residual Guidance, continues to promote measures are not incinerated remain a solid residue. control residues produced are deemed waste. Defra indicated there is sufficient to better manage methane capture at Page 149 Page Incineration of waste materials converts hazardous, and whilst some markets confidence in current policies for local landfill sites and make better use of the the waste into ash, flue gases, particulates exist for their use, they are generally authorities to press ahead with the task of gas in providing renewable heat and and heat which can in turn be used to landfilled 84. approving planning applications for new electricity 88. generate electricity. The flue gases are waste management facilities. cleaned to remove pollutants before they The capital costs of developing these In parallel, the Landfill Directive sets are dispersed in the atmosphere. facilities are fairly high and as such the EfW plants are controlled operations targets to reduce the quantity of development Energy from Waste (EfW) subject to authorisation under IPPC, and biodegradable municipal waste sent to The heat energy created is often referred plant needs to be underpinned by long all new plants have to meet the increased landfill, which in turn should lead to a to as energy from waste (EfW) 83. The term contracts that guarantee continuous standards in the industrial Emissions reduction in methane emissions. However, energy can also be used to heat water supply of waste 85. Directive. Once a plant is operational, the the overall impact of landfill, it is explained, for heating systems in local businesses Operator is required to monitor emissions will continue to be negative as there is a or houses and in these cases the facility EfW is therefore considered an attribute of using approved protocols and to an agreed range of additional environmental impacts, can be referred to as Combined Heat and an integrated waste management solution schedule. The Regulatory Body (NIEA) has and not all methane emissions are Power facilities (CHP). which can also provide an alternative to responsibility for checking monitoring data captured. landfill without compromising recycling and for ensuring a plant operates within its Incineration with energy recovery is the activities as long as EfW capacity authorisation 87. The objective of government policy is application of sound, proven combustion requirements are determined taking therefore to reduce the volume of waste engineering principles to a variety of account of current and likely achievements going to landfill however there will be some technologies which reduces the volume in waste reduction, recycling and wastes for which landfill remains the least and quantity, and sanitises the municipal composting. worst option 89. waste fraction, after recycling and composting has taken place, in order The Landfill Directive (1999/31/EC) has to recover energy from the input waste placed specific engineering requirements material. on landfill developments to ensure that landfills offer the protection to the environment from the design stage to decommissioning and aftercare 90.

86 Environs for DEFRA (2004): Review of Environmental and Health effects of Waste Management: Municipal Solid Waste and Similar Wastes, cited in Arc 21 (2014) Waste Management Plan. 87 83 Arc21 (2014): Waste Management Plan. Arc21 (2014): Waste Management Plan. 88 84 Ibid. DOENI (2011): Applying the Waste Hierarchy :Evidence Summary. 89 85 http://archive.defra.gov.uk/environment/waste/localauth/partnerwork/documents/economies-scale.pdf DOENI (2011): Applying the Waste Hierarchy :Evidence Summary. cited in Arc 21 (2014) Waste Management Plan. 90 Arc21 (2014): Waste Management Plan.

80 81 National Legislation and Regulations National Legislation and Regulations Primary Legislation Primary Legislation • Waste and Contaminated Land • Waste and Contaminated Land (Northern Ireland) Order 1997 SI 2778 (Northern Ireland) order, 1997 SI 28 (including Amendments) (including Amendments)

• Waste and Emissions Trading Act, 2003 • Waste and Emissions Trading Act, 2003

• Environment (Northern Ireland) Order, • Environment (Northern Ireland) Order, Appendix 1 2002, SI 3153 (including Amendments) 2002 SI 3153 (including Amendments) Legislation and Policy • Producer Responsibility Obligations • Producer Responsibility Obligations (Northern Ireland) Order 1998 SI 1762 (Northern Ireland) Order, 1998 SI 162 (including Amendments) (including Amendments)

• Litter (Northern Ireland) Order, 1994 • Litter (Northern Ireland) Order 1994

• Waste (Amendment) (Northern Ireland) • Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Order, 200 SI 611 (Northern Ireland) Act 2011 This appendix provides a list of the key • 2001/42/EC Strategic Environmental legislation and policy documents relevant Assessment Directive • Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Secondary Legislation to waste management practices in (Northern Ireland) Act 2011 • The Waste Regulations Northern Ireland. Key European Waste • 2001/689/EEC Directive on (Northern Ireland) 2011 SR 127 Directives, Regulations as well as key hazardous Waste European Waste Communication primary subordinate waste legislation in • Thematic Strategy on the Sustainable of • The Landfill Allowances Scheme Northern Ireland are listed. It is intended • 97/11/EC Environmental Impact Natural Resources (Amendment) Regulations for guidance only and this list is not Assessment Directive (Northern Ireland) 2011 exhaustive. • Thematic Strategy for Soil Protection • 2004/35/EC Environmental Liability • The Landfill (Northern Ireland)

Page 150 Page European Waste Directives Directive • Thematic Strategy on the Prevention Regulations, 2003 SR 29 (as amended) • 2008/98/EC Waste Framework Directive and Recycling of Waste • 1986/28/EC Sewage Sludge Directive • The Landfill (Amendment) Regulations • 1999/31/EC Directive on the Landfill (Northern Ireland) 2011 SR 101 of Waste • 2006/21/EC Mining Waste Directive

• 2004/12/EC Directive on Packaging and European Union Waste Communication Packaging Waste • Thematic Strategy on the Sustainable Use of Natural Resource • 2012/19/EC Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment • Thematic Strategy for Soil Protection

• 2000/53/EC Directive on the End-of Life • Thematic Strategy on the Prevention vehicles (ELVs) and Recycling of Waste

• 2006/66/EC Directive on Batteries and Accumulators

• 2010/75/EC Industrial Emissions Directive

82 83 The revised Waste Strategy, places a There have also been a number of forums renewed focus on waste prevention dealing with operational waste and (including re-use), preparing for re-use resources issues specific to central and recycling, and moves the emphasis of local government. waste management in Northern Ireland from resource management to resource These include the Waste Infrastructure efficiency i.e. using resources in the most Programme Board (WIPB), established efficient way while minimising the impact of in 2007; the Northern Ireland Landfill their use on the environment. Allowance Scheme Implementation Appendix 2 Steering Group (NILAS ISG), established Northern Ireland Waste Governance arrangements to implement in 2005 and the Waste Management Management 2000 - 2015 the Waste Strategy in Northern Ireland, Strategy/Waste Management Plans like the Strategy itself have experienced Liaison Group. revision. In March of 2015, a further forum - the Page 151 Page The Waste Programme Board combines Waste Co-ordination Group - was set the remit of the former Strategic Waste up, in response to identified need for a Board and Waste Programme Steering forum where representatives from central Group and fulfils and local government could explore issues The EU Waste Framework directive During 2011 the Department of the the role of Programme Board. in partnership and within the framework of (2008/98/EC) requires Member States Environment carried out a scoping their respective statutory responsibilities to have in place waste management exercise and it was agreed that the 2006 The Board continues to operate for waste management. (i.e. waste strategy, implementation plans Strategy should be revised to cover all post-reform, with local government and supporting documents) and to revise relevant EU Directive requirements and membership under review. The Northern Ireland Waste Management these every sixth year). provide a coherent approach to the waste Strategy sets the policy context for tackling policy framework for Northern Ireland. Membership of the Board up to the waste agenda in Northern Ireland. The first Waste Management Strategy for A revised Strategy was published in 31st March 2015 was: Northern Ireland was published in April October 2013. • Minister of the Environment (Chair); Since the introduction of the Northern 2000 and was revised in March 2006 under • Permanent Secretary (DOE); Ireland Waste Management Strategy in the title “Towards Resource Management”. The revised Waste Strategy moved the • Deputy Secretary, Environment and 2000, district councils have been at the The Northern Ireland Waste Management emphasis of waste management from Marine Group (DOE) forefront of the drive to reduce, reuse and Strategy, Towards Resource Management resource management to resource • An elected representative of NILGA; recycle household waste produced in (2006), set the policy context for tackling efficiency, with a new focus on waste • Two elected representatives from each Northern Ireland. the waste agenda in Northern Ireland. prevention and recycling in accordance of the three WMGs; and with the EU Waste Framework Directive • Six representatives drawn from the Local Government is responsible in its turn This Strategy, together with the three- Waste Hierarchy. construction, business and NGO for the preparation and implementation of sub regional Waste Management Plans, sectors. Waste Management Plans setting out the provided the framework for establishing The revised Waste Strategy follows the councils’ arrangements for the collection and integrated network of waste priority order for waste treatment set out and disposal of waste. management facilities for Northern Ireland, in the Waste Hierarchy, a cornerstone of as required by the EU Waste Framework EU waste policy and legislation, with Part Work is now underway to contemporise Directive. 2 divided into seven sections containing arrangements, to best suit the needs of the policy measures that build on core 11 post-reform councils. principles of the 2006 Strategy 91.

82 DOE: Delivering Resource Efficiency, Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy (October 2013).

84 85 This Strategy, together with the three The constituent councils of arc21 and sub-regional Waste Management Plans, SWaMP2008 used this process to provided the framework for establishing an establish two waste management joint integrated network of waste management committees with body corporate status, facilities for Northern Ireland, as required giving them legislative authority to enter by the EU Waste Framework Directive. into contract in their own rights.

The 26 local authorities in Northern The North West Region Waste We are at the forefront Ireland, using powers conferred in Management Group operated an the Local Government Act (NI) 1972, unincorporated joint committee. The three of the drive to formed into three sub-regional waste waste management groups in Northern reduce, re-use, recycle management groups for the delivery and Ireland each prepared waste management development of waste management plans plans for their respective region. and infrastructure, for benchmarking and sharing best practice.

They were: • ARC21 • North West Region Waste management Group (NWRWMG) • Southern Waste Management Partnership (SWaMP2008) Page 152 Page

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This page is intentionally left blank Agenda Item 15 Item/Min Ref: Title of Report: Officer presenting: Director of Street Naming and Property Environment and Regeneration Numbering - Request for Bilingual Sign , Lenamore Gardens Shantallow Author: Head of Capital Development and Building Control

1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 To inform Members of the outcome of a plebiscite undertaken to install bilingual signage at Lenamore Gardens, Shantallow.

2 Background

2.1 An application was received on the 2nd June 2015 from a resident of Lenamore Gardens, Shantallow, requesting Council to consider the installation of a bilingual sign on this street.

2.2 In response a plebiscite of residents was undertaken. Twenty Two residences were consulted on this request.

3 Key Issues

3.1 Of the twenty two residences consulted, 10 returned to Council.

3.2 The result of the plebiscite is as follows:

 Number consulted - 22  Plebiscites returned - 10  For installation of signage - 10 (83%)  Against - 2 (17%)

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 N/A

5 Recommendations

5.1 In accordance with Derry City and Strabane District Council’s Policy on Street Naming and Property Numbering, the plebiscite achieve the required minimum consent of returns required to place bilingual signage on Lenamore Gardens Shantallow.

Page 155 5.2 Members are asked to note the contents of this report.

Background Papers

None

Page 156 Agenda Item 16 Item/Min Ref: Title of Report: Officer presenting: Head of Applications Processed under Capital Development and Building Building Regulations (NI) Author: Head of Capital Development and Building Control

1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 To advise Members of applications processed under Building Regulations (NI) between 1 August 2015 and 31 August 2015.

2 Background

2.1 Applications:

During the period, 1 August and 31 August 2015, 272 applications have been received for assessment involving 293 separate addresses.

3 Key Issues

3.1 Certifications:

135 Building Notice Applications were approved. 43 Full Plan applications were issued with Approval Certificate, covering 43 sites. 13 Regularisation applications were issued with Regularisation Certificates

3.2 Inspections:

468 Inspections were carried out in this period including 83 commencement inspections and 125 completion inspections, 90 of which were deemed satisfactorily complete.

3.3 Property Certificates:

117 Property Certificates were received in the report period, 96.6% of which were processed within 10 working days and the overall average response rate was 7.5 working days.

Page 157 3.4 Income Generated

The total income generated by the Building Control Section in the 5 months to the end of August 2015 was £329,734.28.

3.5 In the 5 months to the end of August 2015 the Building Control Section received applications with a construction value of £66,310,048.

4 Financial, Equality, Legal, HR and Other Implications

4.1 N/A

5 Recommendations

5.1 Members are asked to note the applications processed under the Building Regulations (NI) between 1 August and 31 August 2015

Background Papers

Report on applications approved during the month of August. Report on applications regularised during the month of August

Page 158 Derry City and Strabane District Council Building Control Department

Report on 178 applications Ref No: BR/2012/1073 Applicant: Mr Ian Maconachie Agent: A D M S Ltd 25a Spencer Road, Waterside, Derry Location: 173 SLIEVEBOY ROAD, CLAUDY, CO LONDONDERRY Description: Extension & Renovations of Existing Dwelling Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: BR/2014/0011 Applicant: Shennen Agent: Location: 40A SHIPQUAY STREET, LONDONDERRY Description: Change of Use to a creche Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: BR/2014/0664 Applicant: L'Derry YMCA, Londonderry YMCA 5050 Architectural Services 3a Keldon Court 17 Linenhall Street, Agent: Limavady Location: 51 GLENSHANE ROAD, LONDONDERRY Description: Proposed 1st Floor front extension and internal alterations Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: BR/2014/0892 Applicant: Trustees, Curryfree Orange Hall Agent: Mr E G Mitchell 1 Melrose Terrace, Derry. 30m north of 30 CURRYFREE ROAD, CURRYFREE ORANGE HALL, Location: LONDONDERRY Description: Kitchen and Kitchen store extension to existing orange hall Decision Date: 03 August 2015

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Ref No: BR/2014/1128 Applicant: Padraig & Bernadette O'Mianain Agent: Garbhan Doran 68 Dame Street, Dublin 2 Location: TIREIGHTER ROAD, PARK, CLAUDY Description: Erection of Dwelling Decision Date: 13 August 2015

Ref No: BR/2014/1328/MAST Applicant: Apex Housing Association Agent: Hamilton Architects 20 Queen Street, Londonderry LOWER GALLIAGH ROAD, LANDS AT GALLIAGH SOUTH OF Location: SKEOGE, LONDONDERRY Description: Construction of 197 residential units (13 house types) Decision Date: 17 August 2015

Ref No: F/2014/0186 Applicant: John & Christina O'Kelly Agent: Ciaran O'Brien 12 Heywood Village, Ballinkill, Co Laois Location: 3 WATERSTONE PARK LONDONDERRY BT47 2AG Description: Single Storey Rear Extension to Existing Two Storey Dwelling Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: F/2014/0535 Applicant: Neil McKeon Agent: Location: 19 ROSSBAY LONDONDERRY BT47 6JF First floor extension. New opening between kitchen and living room and Description: new multi fuel stove Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: F/2014/0746 Applicant: Brian McGee Agent: Steven Kelly 9 Cloncool Park Location: EBRINGTON BARRACKS LONDONDERRY Description: Ice Rink Decision Date: 13 August 2015

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Ref No: F/2014/0808 Applicant: Stephen Mitchell Agent: Mr Christopher Caldwell 81 Moorlough Road, Artigarvan Location: 196 DRUMLEGAGH ROAD SOUTH DRUMQUIN BT78 4TJ Description: Replacement Dwelling Decision Date: 17 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0268 Applicant: Anthony McLaughlin Agent: Mr Bosco Coyle 41 Larkhill, Steelstown Road, Derry Location: 18 DANESFORT CRESCENT LONDONDERRY BT48 8DG Description: Rear Roof extension and construct rear dormer window and porch Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0358 Applicant: Joan Simpson Agent: Leslie O Donnell, Landmark Designs 79 Botera Road, Corlea, Omagh Location: 18 TEENAGHT ROAD CLAUDY BT47 4AN Description: Replacement dwelling and detached domestic garage Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0390 Applicant: W E L B, Western Education & Library Board Agent: McGirr Architects Ltd, McGirr Architects Ltd 670 Ravenhill Road, Belfast Location: 83 VICTORIA ROAD New Buildings BT47 2RL Description: Alterations, extensions & refurbishment of New buildings Primary School Decision Date: 28 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0498 Applicant: Mr Liam Mullan Agent: Greg Loughlin Architectural Designs 20 Clearwater, Derry Location: 69 Ardanlee Derry BT48 Description: Single Storey Detached Garage Decision Date: 21 August 2015

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Ref No: F/2015/0611 Applicant: Arthur O Kane Agent: Brendan Kelly, Brookhill Designs 10 Brookhill, Culmore Road, Derry Location: 359 GLENSHANE ROAD CLAUDY BT47 4HP Description: Proposed new Dwelling Decision Date: 17 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0676 Applicant: Jean Nicholl AQB Architectural Workshop, AQB Architectural Workshop 12A Agent: Ebrington Terrace, Waterside, Derry Location: 9 BROOKVIEW GLEN BT47 3GW Description: Extension to dwelling Decision Date: 18 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0769 Applicant: Paul McShane Agent: Thomas Stevenson 25 Summer Meadows View, Londonderry Location: Unit 4 CULMORE ROAD Londonderry BT48 8JH Description: Fit out fast food take-away(Pizza) Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0876 Applicant: Stephen Thompson 5050 Architectural Services 3A Keldon Court 17 Linenhall Street, Agent: Limavady Location: 550m NE of 14 MAVIS ROAD Londonderry BT47 3ER Description: New dwelling and garage Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/0988 Applicant: Margaret Mc Clean Agent: Fred Jones 50 Gleneagles, Culmore Road, Derry Location: 34 GLENGALLIAGH PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8FL Description: provision of a ground floor bedroom and shower room Decision Date: 27 August 2015

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Ref No: F/2015/1003 Applicant: ODK Group Agent: JC/Design Studio Ballylennan, Lifford, St Johnston Location: Lands N. E. Of 7 + 44 VICTORIA GATE Londonderry BT47 2TP Description: Split level, 3 storey detached dwelling Decision Date: 04 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1014 Applicant: Ann-Marie Quinn 5050 Architectural Services 3a Keldon Court 17 Linenhall Street, Agent: Limavady Location: DRUM ROAD Londonderry BT47 Description: New dwelling and garage Decision Date: 27 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1371 Applicant: Martin Sheehan, c/o agent Agent: Kevin Kelly, HMD Architects 17 Clarendon Street, Derry Location: 88 BISHOP STREET Londonderry BT48 6UQ External improvement to include new shop front decoration and new Description: signage Decision Date: 03 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1393 Applicant: Pete Boyle, Argento Donna Savage, Argento 2nd Floor Diamond House 7-19 Royal Avenue, Agent: Belfast Location: Unit 1b FOYLESIDE CENTRE DERRY BT48 Description: Strip out existing shop and refit all fixtures and fittings Decision Date: 28 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1442 Applicant: Mr Keith Buchanan, Donemana Orange Hall Agent: Mr David Young 11 Lettercarn Road, Castlederg Location: 16A LISNARAGH ROAD Dunnamanagh BT82 0QL Description: Ramp & Steps to Orange Hall Decision Date: 26 August 2015

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Ref No: F/2015/1443 Applicant: Liam Bradley Agent: Collins Design, Collins Design 7 Dublin Road, Omagh Location: Unit 2 BALLYNAGARD Londonderry Description: Unit fit out for pharmacy Decision Date: 03 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1455 Applicant: Mr William Hamilton Agent: Mr Marcus Kerr 111 Gillygooley Road, Omagh Location: CORGARY ROAD CASTLEDERG BT81 7YF Description: Erection of Dwelling & Garage Decision Date: 24 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1503 Applicant: Bert Brown Agent: Bert Brown 113 Caw Hill Park, Londonderry Location: 113 CAW HILL PARK LONDONDERRY BT47 6XX Description: Relocate kitchen as per attached plans Decision Date: 14 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1548 Applicant: Tesco Stores Ltd Agent: Robert Maguire, Finch Maguire Ltd 55 Carlogie Road, Carnoustie Location: LISNAGELVIN RETAIL PARK Londonderry BT47 Description: Installation of phone shop within existing retail space Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1556 Applicant: Kellie McNulty Kieran Martin, Kieran Martin Architecture 7 Victoria Manor, Victoria Agent: Bridge, Strabane Location: 22 MOURNE PARK NEWTOWNSTEWART BT78 4BL Description: WC Extension to Rear of Dwelling Decision Date: 10 August 2015

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Ref No: F/2015/1563 Applicant: Debbie Gallagher Agent: Kieran Martin, Architecture 7 Victoria Manor, Strabane Location: 94 CAMUS ROAD DOUGLAS BRIDGE BT82 8QD Description: Extension to Dwelling Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1597 Applicant: HSBC Corporate Agent: Richard Sedgley Talbot Chambers, 2-6 North Church street, Sheffield Location: 12-14 THE DIAMOND LONDONDERRY BT48 Description: Internal alterations including new room . Replace external ATM Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1600 Applicant: Bernie Jenkins Kieran Martin, Kieran Martin Architecture 7 Victoria Manor, Victoria Agent: Bridge, Strabane Location: 7 GLENVIEW PARK STRABANE BT82 8LU Description: Proposed Extension to Dwelling Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1602 Applicant: Mr & Mrs Declan McAleer Agent: Hamilton Architectural Services 15 Droit Road, Newtownstewart Location: 18 CROCKROUR ROAD PLUMBRIDGE BT79 8AX Description: Replacement Dwelling Decision Date: 21 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1624 Applicant: St Columbs Cathedral Agent: Hamilton Architects, Hamilton Architects 20 Queen Street, Derry Location: LONDON STREET LONDONDERRY BT48 6RQ Phase 1 works to include complete re roofing , new windows and doors Description: to provide weather tight shell. Decision Date: 05 August 2015

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Ref No: F/2015/1630 Applicant: Mr Pearse O'Kane Agent: Location: 282 GLENELLY ROAD PLUMBRIDGE BT79 8LS Description: Extension to Provide Master Bedroom with Ensuite & Walk-In Wardrobe Decision Date: 11 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1710 Applicant: Mr Jason Browne Agent: Mr Ryan Brace 124 Agivey Road, Aghadowey Location: DRUMEAGLE ROAD Sion Mills BT83 9NF Description: 2 Storey Garage Decision Date: 24 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1748 Applicant: Michael & Lorraine McGrinder Donnelly Design Services, Donnelly Design Services 8 Devesky Road, Agent: Carrickmore Location: 4 MEENAGORP ROAD PLUMBRIDGE BT79 8DP Description: Ext/alts For Disabled --- Provision of Disabled Facilities to Dwelling Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1754 Applicant: Rory O'Doherty Agent: Brendan Kelly, Brookhill Designs 10 Brookhill, Culmore Road, Derry Location: 16 DEMESNE GARDENS LONDONDERRY BT48 9NA Description: Front & Rear Extensions Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1758 Applicant: St Marys Parochial House Agent: Maurice Cushnie Architects Ltd 23 Church Street, Portadown Location: 4 CENTRAL DRIVE LONDONDERRY BT48 9QQ Description: Window / door replacements to assembly hall Decision Date: 19 August 2015

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Ref No: F/2015/1760 Applicant: W E L B, Western Education & Library Board Agent: Maurice Cushnie 23 Church Street, Lismore House, portadown Location: CENTRAL DRIVE LONDONDERRY BT48 Description: Window/door replacements to school meals kitchen Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1761 Applicant: W E L B, Western Education & Library Board Agent: Maurice Cushnie 23 Church Street, Lismore House, portadown Location: 40 STEELSTOWN ROAD Londonderry BT48 8EU Description: Window/Door replacements Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1762 Applicant: W E L B, Western Education & Library Board Agent: Maurice Cushnie 23 Church Street, Lismore House, portadown Location: 56 MAIN STREET Claudy BT47 4HR Assembly & Recreational-Extension --- Window/door replacements to Description: School Meals Kitchen Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: F/2015/1815 Applicant: John Hasson Agent: T B McBride Architectural Services 3 O'Cathains Place, Dungiven Location: 2 Slieveboy Park Single storey rear extension to rear of dwelling and access ramp to front Description: door of dwelling Decision Date: 27 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1527 Applicant: Ricky Halpenny H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 25 LEAFAIR PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8JS Description: Boiler replacement oil to gas Decision Date: 19 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1531 Applicant: Malcolm Richard Montgomery Agent: Location: 59 VICTORIA GATE Londonderry BT47 2TP Description: Installation of solar PV panels on domestic roof for electricity generation Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1541 Applicant: Asif Orakzai Agent: Green Energy Store Ltd 29 Wandsworth Road, Bangor Location: 84 VICTORIA GATE LONDONDERRY BT47 Description: Solar PV Installation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1546 Applicant: Mr & Mrs George & Mary Doherty TJ McConnell & Son 32 Balliniska Road, Springtown Ind Est, Agent: Londonderry Location: 92 BROOKDALE PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8HQ Description: Replacement boiler oil to gas Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1565 Applicant: Mr Trevor Browse Agent: P M Plumbing and Heating Services Ltd 27 Brisland Road, Eglinton Location: 41 ARDNASHEE LONDONDERRY BT48 7QG Description: Boiler oil to Gas Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1579 Applicant: Fiona McGilloway Agent: Location: 15 COOLEEN PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8AQ Description: Replacement boiler oil to oil Decision Date: 20 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1580 Applicant: John Wallace O'Kanes Plumbing & Electrics, O'Kanes Plumbing & Electrics 46 Agent: Dunamore Road, Cookstown Location: 10 YORK STREET LONDONDERRY BT47 6DX Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1583 Applicant: Ms Marion Breslin Agent: Location: 39 FORTWILLIAM TERRACE LONDONDERRY BT48 8DH Description: Boiler replacement with controls Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1584 Applicant: Donna Melaugh Agent: Sean Deery 101 Brookdale Park, Derry Location: 2 SWIFT COURT LONDONDERRY BT48 0PR Description: Installation of condensing boiler with controls Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1585 Applicant: Niall Doherty Agent: Location: 146 ELMVALE LONDONDERRY BT48 8SL Description: Oil to oil boiler replacement Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1586 Applicant: Felicity Mullan Mr Thomas James McConnell 32 Balliniska Road, Springtown Industrial Agent: Estate, Londonderry Location: 19 CEDAR STREET LONDONDERRY BT48 0EG Description: Replacement of existing boiler - oil to gas Decision Date: 04 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1589 Applicant: Ann Smith TJ McConnell & Son 32 Balliniska Road, Springtown Ind Est, Agent: Londonderry Location: 3 ARDNASHEE LONDONDERRY BT48 7QG Description: Oil to gas boiler replacement Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1592 Applicant: Choice Housing Ireland Agent: AG Crawford & Company 352 Antrim Road, 2nd Floor, Belfast Location: 8 BEALACHMOR LOWER Londonderry BT48 0SN Description: Installation of a vertical through floor lift Decision Date: 04 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1594 Applicant: Mellisa Murry Mr Thomas James McConnell 32 Balliniska Road, Springtown Industrial Agent: Estate, Londonderry Location: 74 LISCLOON DRIVE LONDONDERRY BT48 8HT Description: Replacement of existing boiler , oil to oil Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1604 Applicant: John Wallace Agent: O'Kane Plumbing & Electrics Ltd 50a Dunamore Road, Cookstown Location: 10 YORK STREET LONDONDERRY BT47 6DX Description: Cavity Wall Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1609 Applicant: Mr Michael Campbell, c/o O'Kane Plumbing & Electrics Ltd Agent: O'Kane Plumbing & Electrics Ltd 50a Dunamore Road, Cookstown Location: 276 DUNCASTLE ROAD DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0LR Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1611 Applicant: Sean Breslin Agent: Location: 140 CORNSHELL FIELDS LONDONDERRY BT48 7UJ Take away wall between kitchen and utility room and change back door Description: to double doors Decision Date: 03 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1613 Applicant: Elizabeth McCusker, c/o O'Kane Plumbing & Electrics Ltd Agent: O'Kane Plumbing & Electrics Ltd 50a Dunamore Road, Cookstown Location: 28 HIGH ROAD SION MILLS BT82 9NL Description: Cavity Wall Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1614 Applicant: Bridget Doherty Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 7 MEADOWBANK AVENUE LONDONDERRY BT48 7PH Description: Loft insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1616 Applicant: Joan Murphy Agent: Northern Loft Insulation 154a woodburn road, Carrick Location: 97 GRANGEMORE PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 0RZ Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1617 Applicant: Mr Stephen Rankin Agent: Mr Barry McBride 66 Slievebeg Road, Plumbridge Location: 27 BALLYNALOAN ROAD CASTLEDERG BT81 7NL Description: Replacement Boiler Decision Date: 05 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1618 Applicant: Mr James Sheridan, c/o DCI Energy Control Ltd Agent: DCI Energy Control Ltd 8 Meadowbank Road, Carrickfergus Location: 38 STRABANE ROAD CASTLEDERG BT81 7HZ Description: Cavity Wall Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1619 Applicant: Mr David Burke, c/o DCI Energy Control Ltd Agent: DCI Energy Control Ltd 8 Meadowbank Road, Carrickfergus Location: 8 SEEIN PARK SION MILLS BT82 9JB Description: Cavity Wall Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1620 Applicant: Hazel Crompton Agent: Location: 118 STRABANE ROAD CASTLEDERG BT81 7JD Description: Replacement New Condensing Burner Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1621 Applicant: Michelle Ferguson Mr Thomas James McConnell 32 Balliniska Road, Springtown Industrial Agent: Estate, Londonderry Location: 91 FOYLE ROAD LONDONDERRY BT48 6XB Description: Replacement of existing boiler with natural gas. Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1622 Applicant: James Doran Agent: Location: 15 MILLBROOK PARK LONDONDERRY BT47 3QH Description: To install solar panels on roof Decision Date: 05 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1623 Applicant: Michael Mc Fadden Agent: DCI Energy Control Ltd 8 Meadowbank Road, Carrickfergus Location: 35 THORNLEA GARDENS LONDONDERRY BT47 2JW Description: Cavity Wall Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1626 Applicant: Alan & Laura Cormie Agent: Location: 114 KINSALE PARK LONDONDERRY BT47 6NL Description: Installation of Multifuel Burner Decision Date: 04 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1627 Applicant: Northern Ireland Housing Executive Agent: Patrick Corr 17, Catherine Street, Limavady Location: 63 SEYMOUR GARDENS LONDONDERRY BT47 6ND Description: Installation of new fire alarm system Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1628 Applicant: Northern Ireland Housing Executive Agent: Patrick Corr 17 Catherine Street, Limavady Location: 77 SEYMOUR GARDENS LONDONDERRY BT47 6ND Description: Installation of new fire alarm system Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1631 Applicant: George Chada, NIHE Agent: H&A Mechanical Services 28 Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 33 PRIMITY CRESCENT NEW BUILDINGS BT47 2QY Replacement of existing boiler with new gas heating to include controls Description: and roof space insulation. Decision Date: 20 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1632 Applicant: NIHE, NIHE West Area Agent: Patrick Corr 17 Catherine Street, Limavady Location: 210 LISNAFIN PARK STRABANE BT82 9DJ Description: Smoke Alarms --- Installation Fire Alarm System Decision Date: 11 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1633 Applicant: NIHE, West Area Agent: Patrick Corr 17 Catherine Street, Limavady Location: 260 LISNAFIN PARK STRABANE BT82 9DL Description: Smoke Alarms --- Installation Fire Alarm System Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1634 Applicant: NIHE, West Area Agent: Patrick Corr 17 Catherine Street, Limavady Location: 81 LISNAFIN PARK STRABANE BT82 9DG Description: Installation Fire Alarms Decision Date: 11 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1635 Applicant: NIHE Agent: Patrick Corr 17 Catherine Street, Limavady Location: 266 LISNAFIN PARK STRABANE BT82 9DL Description: Installation of Fire Alarm System Decision Date: 11 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1636 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 2 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1637 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 3 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1638 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 5 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1639 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 6 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1640 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 7 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1641 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 10 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1642 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 18 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1643 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 19 CHESTNUT PARK STRABANE BT82 9EJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1644 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 22 MONEYCANNON ROAD Donemana Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1645 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 27 MONEYCANNON ROAD DONEMANA Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1646 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 33 CARLTON DRIVE STRABANE BT82 9HX Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1647 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 61 BRIDGE STREET STRABANE BT82 9AB Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1648 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 5 BLUEBELL AVENUE BREADY BT47 2SH Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1649 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 28 BLACKSTONE PARK Magheramason Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1650 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 36 BLACKSTONE PARK MAGHERAMASON BT47 2SB Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1651 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 40 BLACKSTONE PARK MAGHERAMASON BT47 2SB Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1652 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 43 BLACKSTONE PARK MAGHERAMASON BT47 2SB Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1653 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 35 BLACKSTONE PARK MAGHERAMASON BT47 2SB Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1654 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 4 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1655 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 14 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1656 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 22 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1657 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 20 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1658 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 3 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1659 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 15 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 07 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1660 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 17 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1661 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 25 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1662 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 27 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1663 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 29 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1664 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 31 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1665 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 33 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 07 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1666 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 35 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 07 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1667 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 39 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 07 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1668 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 41 ALLEN PARK DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0PD Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 07 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1669 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 16 ABBEY VILLAS NEWTOWNSTEWART BT78 4HJ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1670 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 8 TOWNSEND TERRACE STRABANE BT82 8JZ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1671 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 36 SPRINGHILL PARK STRABANE BT82 8BY Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1672 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 39 SPRINGHILL PARK STRABANE BT82 8BY Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1673 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 44 SPRINGHILL PARK STRABANE BT82 8BY Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 07 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1674 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 52 PARKSIDE GARDENS SION MILLS BT82 9LT Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1675 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 4 MILLTOWN PARK BALLYMAGORRY BT82 0BT Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1676 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 1 LISTYMORE PARK CASTLEDERG BT81 7LN Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1677 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 16 LAWSON PARK BALLYMAGORRY BT82 0AZ Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1678 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 14 HILLVIEW PARK CASTLEDERG BT81 7PP Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1679 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 1 GLEBE GARDENS SION MILLS BT82 9PA Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1680 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 46 GLEBE GARDENS SION MILLS BT82 9PA Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1681 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 143 DUNNYBOE ROAD DUNNAMANAGH BT82 0RE Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1683 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 3 DRUMRALLAGH STRABANE BT82 8JW Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1684 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 8 DUNOWEN PARK CLADY BT82 9QW Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1685 Applicant: Mr George Chada, c/o NIHE H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 8 DAVIS CRESCENT NEWTOWNSTEWART BT78 4BP Replacement of Existing Heating with Oil Heating Including Controls & Description: Roofspace Insulation Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1689 Applicant: Charlotte Gormley Agent: Location: 11 KINNEGO PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 0LL Description: Multi Fuel Stove and Fuel Liner Decision Date: 05 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1691 Applicant: Claire Marie Johnson Agent: Location: 26 ALDERBROOK BT47 3WG Description: Boiler replacement oil to oil with controls. Decision Date: 20 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1695 Applicant: Keith Chapman Agent: Location: 46 VIOLET STREET LONDONDERRY Description: Oil to oil replacement no controls Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1700 Applicant: Mr Brendan McCrossan Agent: Location: 68a CURLEYHILL ROAD Strabane Description: Boiler Replacement Decision Date: 07 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1701 Applicant: Patricia Curran Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 42 MILLER STREET LONDONDERRY BT48 6SU Description: Loft insulation Decision Date: 11 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1702 Applicant: Margaret Knox Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 19 FAIRMAN PLACE LONDONDERRY BT48 7LD Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 11 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1704 Applicant: Martina Casey Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 20 EASTWAY GARDENS LONDONDERRY BT48 9QB Description: Cavity wall insulation Decision Date: 11 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1705 Applicant: Angela Zammit Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 27 GLENVALE PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 0GA Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 07 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1706 Applicant: Brian Gillespie Agent: Location: 21 BARNEWALL PLACE LONDONDERRY BT47 2BJ Description: loft insulation Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1707 Applicant: Chris Gault, NIHE Property Services (APD Lifts) Belfast Heather Lown, Pollock Lifts Unit 1 Sloefield Drive, Troopers Lane Ind Agent: Park, Carrickfergus Location: 4 DERRYVIEW TERRACE LONDONDERRY BT47 2ER Description: Installation of a vertical through floor lift Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1709 Applicant: Gerald Doherty Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 9 BEN VARDEN AVENUE LONDONDERRY BT47 2AS Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1713 Applicant: Melisa Kelpie Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 54 NORTHLAND ROAD LONDONDERRY BT48 7ND Description: Loft insulation Decision Date: 12 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1716 Applicant: Deborah Fernand Agent: Brian Morgan Unit 14 Hannahstown Business Park, Antrim Location: 5 SANDALE PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8NR Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1717 Applicant: Claire Loughery Agent: Brian Morgan Unit 14 Hannahstown Business Park, Antrim Location: 107 ARD GRANGE LONDONDERRY Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 17 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1718 Applicant: Ciara Breslin Agent: Brian Morgan Unit 14 Hannahstown Business Park, Antrim Location: 173 ARD GRANGE Londonderry BT48 0SG Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1719 Applicant: Anne Sweeney Agent: Brian Morgan Unit 14 Hannahstown Business Park, Antrim Location: 16 SANDALE PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8NR Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1720 Applicant: Magdelena Lakrzeska Agent: Brian Morgan Unit 14 Hannahstown Business Park, Antrim Location: 23 SHEPHERDS COURT DERRY BT47 2TW Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1721 Applicant: Charlie Smyth Agent: Brian Morgan Unit 14 Hannahstown Business Park, Antrim Location: 138 ARD GRANGE LONDONDERRY Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1722 Applicant: Mr Michael McCrossan Agent: DCI Energy Control Ltd 8 Meadowbank Road, Carrickfergus Location: 18 LISKEY ROAD STRABANE BT82 8NP Description: Cavity Wall Insulation Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1723 Applicant: Mr Patrick McCullagh Agent: DCI Energy Control Ltd 8 Meadowbank Road, Carrickfergus Location: 8 FAIRVIEW PLACE PLUMBRIDGE BT79 8DZ Description: Cavity Wall Insulation Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1725 Applicant: Jackie McCoy Agent: Mr Joseph McHugh 22 Glenfinn Park, Strabane Location: 4 KILCURRAGH PARK CASTLEDERG BT81 7DY Description: Boiler Replacement Decision Date: 12 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1726 Applicant: Mr Patrick Doherty Agent: Gable 13 Dock Street, Strabane Location: 34 CARLTON DRIVE STRABANE BT82 9HX Description: Installation of Smoke Detector System Decision Date: 12 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1728 Applicant: George Chada, NIHE Agent: H&A Mechanical Services 28 Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 273 SPERRIN PARK LONDONDERRY BT47 6NH Description: Replacement gas heating to include controls and roof space insulation. Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1729 Applicant: Margaret Cassidy Agent: H&A Mechanical Services 28 Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 98 ELAGHMORE PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8DY Description: Replacement oil to gas boiler with boiler controls. Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1730 Applicant: Steven Logue Agent: H&A Mechanical Services 28 Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 16 ARDNASHEE LONDONDERRY BT48 7QG Description: Replacement oil to gas boiler with controls Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1731 Applicant: Raymond Rogan Agent: H&A Mechanical Services 28 Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 10 ABBEY STREET Londonderry BT48 9DN Description: Replacement oil to gas boiler with controls Decision Date: 13 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1734 Applicant: Martina Gorman Agent: Location: 11 GRAINAN DRIVE LONDONDERRY BT48 7TU Description: Oil to gas heating Decision Date: 20 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1737 Applicant: Mrs McCullagh Agent: Location: 43 ELMVALE LONDONDERRY BT48 8SH Description: Replacement Boiler oil to oil with duel controls Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1742 Applicant: Mr Dessie Donnelly Agent: Mr Dessie Donnelly 13 Magirr Park, Strabane Location: 13 MAGIRR PARK STRABANE BT82 9EN Description: New Boiler Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1743 Applicant: Patricia McNamee Agent: Location: 78 CAMUS ROAD DOUGLAS BRIDGE BT82 8QE Description: Boiler Replacement Scheme Decision Date: 18 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1744 Applicant: Mr Roderick McFeeters Agent: Location: 25 MEADOW CRESCENT SION MILLS BT82 9QE Description: Boiler Replacement Scheme Decision Date: 18 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1749 Applicant: Paddy Gallagher Agent: Bert Brown 113 Cawhill Park, Londonderry Location: 30 GLENMORE PARK LONDONDERRY BT47 2JZ Description: Replacement boiler oil to oil Decision Date: 18 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1750 Applicant: Laura Mailey Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 15 MEADOWBANK AVENUE LONDONDERRY BT48 7PH Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 18 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1751 Applicant: David George McCleery Agent: Stewart Smallwoods 156 , Ivy Mead, Londonderry Location: 62 THE BEECHES DRUMAHOE BT47 3XS Description: Replacement Oil Fired Central Heating System Decision Date: 18 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1752 Applicant: Bob McKimm Agent: Gable 13 Dock Street, Strabane Location: 80 HAMPSTEAD PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 7RX Description: Installation of smoke detector system Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1763 Applicant: Tracey Henry-McClure Agent: Location: 41 GLENEAGLES LONDONDERRY BT48 7TE Description: Change of Heating system from Oil to Gas Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1768 Applicant: Alan Reid H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 107 BLOOMFIELD PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8HE Description: Boiler replacement oil to gas Decision Date: 20 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1771 Applicant: John McCusker H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 31 CREGGAN HEIGHTS LONDONDERRY BT48 9QS Description: Boiler replacement oil to gas Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1776 Applicant: John Friel Geoghan Conservatory Conversions Unit 7 Pinewick Business Park, Agent: ballynahinch Location: 25 PORTLOCK PLACE LONDONDERRY BT48 8PR Description: Replacement of Conservatory Roof Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1778 Applicant: Krzyysztof Chmielewski Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 36 CHAPEL ROAD Derry BT47 2BB Description: Loft insulation Decision Date: 28 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1780 Applicant: Raymond Gallagher Agent: Homeseal Energy Savings Ltd 5-7 Tobermore Road, Draperstown Location: 36 CHAPEL ROAD Londonderry BT47 2BD Description: Loft Insulation Decision Date: 28 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1782 Applicant: Deirdre Bateson Agent: Location: 11 DEANFIELD LONDONDERRY BT47 6HY Description: Installation of PV Solar panels Decision Date: 28 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1795 Applicant: Norman Curry Agent: Jim Hamilton 24 Woodside Heights, Derry Location: 9 ARDLOUGH ROAD LONDONDERRY BT47 5SW Description: Boiler replacement oil to oil no controls Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1797 Applicant: Kimberly Myles H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 66 PRIMITY CRESCENT LONDONDERRY BT47 Description: Replacement of existing oil boiler with new gas boiler Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1798 Applicant: David Harvey H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 5 ROSSDOWNEY PARK LONDONDERRY BT47 5NR Dwellings < 4.5m (2 storey) Services and/or fittings Private owner Description: occupied Central Heating --- replacement of existing oil boiler with new oil boiler flue and controls Decision Date: 25 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1799 Applicant: Colette Long H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 130 CARNHILL LONDONDERRY BT48 8BG Description: Replacement of existing oil boiler with gas boiler flue and boiler controls Decision Date: 24 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1801 Applicant: Martha Banks H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 154 CREGGAN HEIGHTS LONDONDERRY BT48 9QU Replacement of existing oil boiler with new gas boiler and flue and boiler Description: controls Decision Date: 20 August 2015

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Ref No: N/2015/1803 Applicant: David McElhinney H & A Mechanical Services Ltd, H & A Mechanical Services Ltd 28 Agent: Fivemile Straight, Draperstown Location: 9 GREENHAW ROAD LONDONDERRY BT48 7RZ Description: Replace oil burner with new oil condensing boiler option 1 Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1804 Applicant: Patrick Nixon Agent: Gable 13 Dock Street, Strabane Location: 26 MARIANUS PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 0QU Installation of smoke detector system and insulation of fittings for wet Description: room Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1809 Applicant: Mr Jonathan Wilson Agent: Linton & Robinson Unit 20 Orchard Road Industrial Estate, Strabane Location: 36 GRAHAMSTOWN ROAD CASTLEDERG BT81 7JL Description: Fitting of Wood Burning Stove Decision Date: 26 August 2015

Ref No: N/2015/1813 Applicant: Theresa Allingham Agent: Pm Plumbing and heating Location: 6 MILLGROVE PARK LONDONDERRY Description: oil to oil replacement full controls Decision Date: 28 August 2015

N - Building Totals Notices N 135 F - Full Building F 43 Regulations Totals 178

Page 194 Derry City and Strabane Council Building Control Department Applications Regularised Report on 13 applications Ref No: R/2014/0848 Applicant: Edgar curry Agent: Gary Ouldfield, Premier Renewables 81 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch Location: 7 LISMACAROL ROAD LONDONDERRY Description: Solar panels Decision Date: 19 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/0127 Applicant: Kathleen Hoynes Agent: Fusion Heating Limited Unit 14 Maryland Industrial Estate, Belfast Location: 16 THE ORCHARD STRABANE BT82 9QH Description: New Condensing Oil Boiler (Oil to Oil) Decision Date:

Ref No: R/2015/1049 Applicant: Mr John Dooher Agent: Location: 3 GREENLAW PARK BALLYMAGORRY BT82 0BH Description: Roof Space Conversion Decision Date: 18 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1240 Applicant: Michael Doherty Agent: Location: 47 ELMWOOD TERRACE LONDONDERRY BT48 9JH Description: RSJ Put in eight inch bearing Decision Date: 19 August 2015

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Ref No: R/2015/1354 Applicant: Kenneth McDuff Agent: Location: 19 LISCLOON DRIVE LONDONDERRY BT48 8HS Description: Replacement of oil fired boiler with a condensing boiler Decision Date: 10 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1391 Applicant: C/o Studio 4D Architects Agent: Studio 4D Architects 100 Patrick Street , Londonderry Location: 19 WEST END PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 9JF Remedial works to 3 number existing apartments to include treatment of Description: dry rot , upgrading of fire alarm system , installation of new oil fired heating system Decision Date: 11 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1518 Applicant: Martina Lynch Agent: Location: 49 DUNMORE GARDENS LONDONDERRY BT48 9NL Description: Change from oil heating to gas heating Decision Date: 06 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1569 Applicant: Mr Paul McKernan Agent: Location: 7 DEERPARK NEWTOWNSTEWART BT78 4BY Installation of rooflight in kitchen Removal of Wall between kitchen and Description: hallway Sunroom Extension Installation of stove to existing chimney Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1590 Applicant: Mr & Ms Alan & Janice Thompson Agent: Location: 42 STONEYPATH LONDONDERRY BT47 2AF Description: Removal of internal wall between kitchen and living room Decision Date: 06 August 2015

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Ref No: R/2015/1736 Applicant: Donna Laird Agent: Location: 24 CABLE STREET LONDONDERRY BT48 9HF Description: Replacement of heating appliance Oil to gas Decision Date: 14 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1740 Applicant: Mr Wesley Baird Agent: Location: 1 LISTYMORE PARK CASTLEDERG BT81 7LN Description: Installation of Log Burner in Existing Fireplace Decision Date: 24 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1790 Applicant: Margaret Diver Agent: Gary Ouldfield, Premier Renewables 81 Dromore Road, Ballynahinch Location: 109 MOSS PARK LONDONDERRY BT48 8JZ Description: Installation of solar panels Decision Date: 20 August 2015

Ref No: R/2015/1828 Applicant: Mr James McGrotty Agent: Saliis Limited Unit 1 Greenview Business Park, Edgar Road Location: 41 SOUTHWAY LONDONDERRY BT48 9SA Description: Installation of PV solar Panels Decision Date: 28 August 2015

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Author: Lead Democratic Services and Improvement Officer.

1 Purpose of Report/Recommendations

1.1 That Members note the contents of this report.

2 Background

2.1 I am in receipt of consultation papers on various subjects which are not within the direct remit of Council. Details including the final date for responses are set out in Appendix 1.

3 Recommendations.

3.1 That Members note the contents of this report.

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Sender Subject Last Response Date

Loughs Agency Foyle Area and Carlingford Area 20 October 2015-10-02 Angling Regulations

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